Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great
Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great, Neoclassical basilica in La Latina, Spain
The central dome of the Royal Basilica of Saint Francis spans 33 meters in diameter and reaches a height of 58 meters, making it Spain's largest dome.
Built between 1761 and 1784, the basilica stands where Saint Francis of Assisi established a small dwelling during his pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela in 1214.
The interior contains six marble and gold chapels surrounding the main altar, displaying numerous paintings from Spanish masters including works by Francisco Goya and Zurbarán.
Visitors can access the basilica Tuesday through Friday from 10:30 to 12:30 and 16:00 to 18:00, with modified hours during summer months from July through September.
The church houses the only set of change ringing bells in Spain, cast by John Warner and Sons in 1882, weighing approximately 430 kilograms.
Location: Madrid
Inception: 1761
Architects: Francisco Cabezas
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Address: 19 Calle San Buenaventura 1 28005 Madrid
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:30-12:30,16:00-18:00; Saturday 10:30-12:30,16:00-18:00 "Si no se ofician actos religiosos"; July, August, September: Tuesday-Sunday 10:30-12:30,17:00-19:00
Phone: +34913653800
GPS coordinates: 40.41048,-3.71439
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:15
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