Basilica of Santa Maria, Igualada
Basilica of Santa Maria, Igualada, Renaissance basilica in Igualada, Spain
Description
The Basilica of Santa Maria is a church building featuring a single large hall flanked by multiple side chapels. A prominent rose window marks the facade of this structure.
History
Construction of the current structure began in the early 18th century under a notable architect's direction. This project marked an important shift in building styles across the region.
Culture
The building holds religious artworks from different periods, including marble sculptures and stained glass windows depicting the Apostles. Visitors can discover these pieces while moving through the interior.
Practical
Visiting is best planned on weekdays when longer opening hours are available. It helps to arrive in the morning to make the most of the natural lighting.
Did you know?
The interior ceiling reaches substantial heights and is defined by gentle arching vault constructions. These arches are fitted with carefully crafted keystones that reveal the craftsmanship and planning of the original builders.
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Town Hall of Igualada
63 m
Cal Ratés del carrer Santa Maria
33 m
Plaça de l'Ajuntament
93 m
Farmàcia Bausili
48 m
Muralles d'Igualada
109 m
Cal Franquesa
49 m
Església del Roser
66 m
Plaça Sant Miquel
77 m
Caixa de Pensions
90 m
Cal Poncell-Castelltort
73 m
Cal Senyor Magí
63 m
Building in rambla General Vives, 1-3
101 m
Hèrcules
61 m
Cal Maurici de la plaça de l'Ajuntament
103 m
Pastisseria Targarona
99 m
Cal Sabater
120 m
Casa Vives
116 m
Travessia de Sant Roc
86 m
Font Vella (Igualada)
31 m
Cal Parera
42 m
Casa Godó
96 m
Casa Padró i Serrals (building)
82 m
Building in plaça del Pilar, 4
59 m
Cal Fanalé
64 m
Can Rovira
111 m
Conjunt del passatge de Sant Miquel
37 m
Casa Enrich Martí
102 m
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