Cathedral Ruins in Hamar

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by Øyvind Holmstad

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The Cathedral Ruins in Hamar, Norway, are the remains of a medieval cathedral that dates back to the 12th century. Originally, the cathedral was a central part of the town of Hamar and served as the seat of the Bishopric of Hamar. The structure was largely destroyed during the Reformation in the 16th century, when the region was transitioning from Catholicism to Protestantism, and the bishopric was dissolved. Today, the ruins are preserved under a striking glass and steel structure known as the "Hamardomen" or "The Cathedral of Glass," which protects the ruins from the elements while allowing visitors to explore the historical site.

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