Reg.Nr. HA-2015/ES/26

Tarazona Cathedral

The Tarazona Cathedral Master Plan and Restoration (1997-2014) has been performed in a building which dates back to the twelfth century. In 1982 the Cathedral was closed because of its serious structural problems. The Master Plan established the bases for the ...
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Project details

Title:Tarazona Cathedral
Entr. year: 2015
Result:Award
Country: Spain
Town: Tarazona, Zaragoza
Category type: building conservation
Notes:Project full title "Tarazona Cathedral. Master Plan and Restoration. 1997-2014"
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Cathedral
Actual use:Cathedral
Built: 12th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Tarazona Cathedral Master Plan and Restoration Team
The Jury's citation: "The most significant element of this fine restoration project, the Jury felt, was the detailed and progressive Master Plan, which it saw as a model to be recommended widely. The project was also an excellent example of institutional cooperation, with credit due to all concerned, including the Bishop of Tarazona, the Government of Aragon and the "Instituto del Patrimonio Historico Espanol". It was further facilitated by the participation of an extensive group of professionals, from specialists in mosaics to mural paintings and sculptors."
GPS:41°54'12,3" N; 1°43'31,4" W
Web, Links:

/www.catedraldetarazona.es

Description:
The Tarazona Cathedral Master Plan and Restoration (1997-2014) has been performed in a building which dates back to the twelfth century. In 1982 the Cathedral was closed because of its serious structural problems. The Master Plan established the bases for the consolidation,conservation, research, dissemination, management, and maintenance, which allowed a partial reopening to the public in 2011. During the present year the ongoing works have recovered the front door. In total, it has been 27 phases of structural consolidation, roof waterproofing, architectural ornamentation and movable goods conservation, as well as works to museumize and improve the urban environment.