Lincoln Cathedral
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Lincoln Cathedral is a monumental construction in United Kingdom, Europe.
Lincoln Cathedral rises above its historic city with a broad Gothic façade and prominent towers. Rebuilding after a medieval earthquake produced a sequence of architectural experiments, including the distinctive vaulting of Saint Hugh's Choir. The first phase of the present cathedral began in 1072 and was completed in 1092. Severe earthquake damage in 1185 was followed by extensive rebuilding in successive Gothic styles.
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| Date | 1072 CE - 1092 CE The first phase of the present cathedral began in 1072 and was completed in 1092. Severe earthquake damage in 1185 was followed by extensive rebuilding in successive Gothic styles. AI-written synthesis; source chronology and uncertainty retained. • Lincoln Cathedral — referenced historical overview | No claims found. |
| Purpose | Lincoln Cathedral rises above its historic city with a broad Gothic façade and prominent towers. Rebuilding after a medieval earthquake produced a sequence of architectural experiments, including the distinctive vaulting of Saint Hugh's Choir. AI-written synthesis; source chronology and uncertainty retained. • Lincoln Cathedral — referenced historical overview | No claims found. |
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Approximate - counted from January 1, 1,082 CE (UTC). Based on the midpoint of 1,072 CE - 1,092 CE; the underlying date is uncertain.
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