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Catedral Santa María la Real de la Almudena
At the end of the 19th Century building work was started on the Almudena Cathedral, constructed on the site of the old Santa María la Mayor church to honour the patron virgin of Madrid. In 1883 the first stone of this impressive monument was laid, located in one of the most beautiful areas of the city. In 1911 the crypt was opened for worship, but construction was halted until after the Civil War, when architects Fernando Chueca Goitia and Carlos Sidro were placed in charge of the project. In 1993, the cathedral was consecrated for worship by His Holiness Pope John Paul II. The inside of the temple retains a Gothic style, although the outside is Classicist.
Opening times: Mon - Sun 9 am - 8.30 pm
Calle Mayor 90
28013
Madrid
Tel: +34 91 5422200
Basílica de San Francisco El Grande
This is one of the largest churches in Madrid, and is made up of seven smaller chapels. It is an 18th century church built on a classical design and has one of the largest domes in the world. It measures 33 m in diameter, and is impressive both inside and out. The inside of the dome and the vaulted ceilings are covered with brilliant frescoes. The Basílica is known for its wonderful collection of paintings and other art works, and contains works by Goya, Zurbarán, Alonso Cano, Maella and Casado del Alisal. There are also several marble scuptures by Ricardo Bellver and Mariano Benlliure, and the stained glass windoes are beautiful works of art as well.
Opening times for tourists: Tues - Sat 11 am - 1 pm and 4 pm - 7 pm
Plaza de San Francisco
28005
Madrid
Tel: +34 91 3653800
Basílica de San Miguel
This church has a distinctive convex façade, a distinctive feature of its Italian Baroque design. Seen from the inside, this feature gives the small church a more spacious feel. The building was designed by Giacomo Bonavía and constructed between 1739 - 1746. The interior has beautiful decoration, and noteworthy items on display include sculptures by Roberto Michel, Salvador Carmona and Pascual de Mena as well as a series of paintings and frescoes. The paintings are by Ferrant and the frescoes are by the González Velázquez brothers.
Opening times: Daily 10 am - 2 pm and 5.30 pm - 9 pm
San Justo 4
28005
Madrid
Tel: +34 91 5484011
Iglesia de San Antonio de los Alemanes
This classic old church is distinctive because of its fantastic spire and the elliptical base the church itself is built on. The façade is intricate and classical in style, with a vaulted niche where an image of San Antonio hangs. Like many churches in Madrid, this one includes beautiful frescoes, painted by Lucas Jordán. There are also some masterful paintings by Ricci and an unusual alterpiece that is worth seeing. The church was originally built as a hospital chapel for the Portuguese passing through the city, and was designed by Pedro Sánchez. It was later passed into German hands, hence the name Alemanes, given to members of Mariana Neoburg’s entourage. Neoburg was Carlos II’s second wife.
Opening times: Mon - Sat 9 am - 1 pm and 6 pm - 8 pm, Sun 9 am - 2 pm
Corredera Baja de San Pablo 16
28004
Madrid
Tel: +34 91 5223774
Iglesia de Santa Bárbara
A highly ornate church, this one is known for having the most flamboyant Baroque decoration in the city. There are many important works housed here, including frescoes, paintings, and sculptures. The architecture is also striking and on a very large scale. There are huge Corinthian columns and lots of coloured marble inside as well as Ionic columns on the façade. The extravagant rococo pulpit fits in with the general style and is made out of alabaster. Tombs contained in this church include those of Gerneral O’Donnell and Fernanado VI and his wife, Bárbara de Braganza.
Opening times: Mon - Sat 9 am - 1 pm and 5 pm - 9 pm, Sun 9 am - 1 pm and 6 pm - 9 pm
General Castaños 2
28004
Madrid
Tel: +34 91 3194811
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