Iglesia de Santa Catalina

Iglesia de Santa Catalina is a church combining Gothic and Mudéjar styles in Old Town Seville, Spain. The interior features three naves divided by transverse arches, with Mudéjar wooden coffered ceilings in the lower sections and Gothic ribbed vaults in the upper areas.

Following an earthquake in 1356, the church was rebuilt, and archaeological excavations revealed it stands on the site of a former mosque. This layering of spaces reflects Seville's complex past and the transformations the city underwent.

The main altar displays scenes from Saint Catherine's life through paintings, with an 18th-century sculpture set within a structure designed by Diego López Bueno. These artworks shape how people experience the interior and reflect devotion to this saint.

The building underwent extensive renovations between 2004 and 2018, resulting in structural improvements and restoration of its architectural elements. Visitors will find the space in good condition with enhanced accessibility after these restoration efforts.

The church features a Gothic façade transferred from Iglesia de Santa Lucía that covers the original Mudéjar entrance with its distinctive horseshoe arch. This architectural layering shows how building pieces were repurposed and combined over time.

Location: Seville

Inception: 14 century

Architects: Leonardo de Figueroa

Architectural style: Gothic architecture, Mudéjar architecture

Part of: Seville old town

GPS coordinates: 37.39312,-5.98819

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02