Chapel of Santa Ágata

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Chapel of Santa Ágata, Gothic chapel in Gothic Quarter, Spain.

The Chapel of Santa Ágata features high ceilings, stone walls, and large windows that illuminate its interior architectural elements.

King James II and Queen Blanca d'Anjou ordered the construction of this religious building in 1302 as part of the Reial Major Palace complex.

The chapel contains a fifteenth-century altarpiece created by artist Jaume Huguet, representing the Epiphany with detailed medieval craftsmanship.

Visitors can access the chapel through the Barcelona History Museum entrance and combine their visit with other medieval structures in the area.

The chapel floor includes sixty earth tiles created by sculptor Joan Claperós, depicting angels and the coats of arms of Aragon and Sicily.

Location: Gothic Quarter

Architectural style: Catalan Gothic

Address: Pl. del Rei

GPS coordinates: 41.38431,2.17736

Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:09

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