Basilica of Jesus de Medinaceli, Minor basilica in Plaza de Jesús, Madrid, Spain
The Basilica of Jesus de Medinaceli features three naves with a Latin cross layout and incorporates baroque elements in its central serliana window facade.
The church, designed by architect Jesús Carrasco-Muñoz y Encina, replaced a previous chapel and received its consecration from Bishop Leopoldo Eijo Garay in November 1930.
The basilica houses a 1.73-meter-tall statue of Christ carved in Seville, drawing thousands of devotees who participate in the first Friday of March pilgrimage.
The basilica maintains regular worship services throughout the week and provides free access to visitors through nearby metro stations and bus connections.
During the Spanish Civil War, the Christ statue required protection from militia groups, leading local supporters to conceal it for safekeeping.
Location: Madrid
Inception: 1930
Architects: Jesús Carrasco-Muñoz y Encina
Architectural style: eclectic architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.41428,-3.69584
Latest update: August 31, 2025 09:30
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