Church of Santa Barbara, Madrid, Baroque church in Chueca district, Madrid, Spain
Description
The Church of Santa Barbara is a baroque structure on Barbara de Braganza Street in Madrid's Chueca neighborhood, featuring white stone walls and two towers. Its symmetrical exterior displays sculptures, while the interior combines classical architecture with rococo elements, decorated with marble, colored stones, and bronze details.
History
Queen Barbara of Spain commissioned this religious complex in 1748, originally built as a convent for noble young women. The building passed into state ownership in 1870 and has since served as a public church.
Culture
The church reflects the close bond between the Spanish monarchy and the church during the 18th century, serving as a royal family burial site. Today visitors can observe how this connection between royal authority and religious devotion shaped the building's design and purpose.
Practical
The building functions as an active place of worship and sits next to Spain's Supreme Court. The nearest metro access is at Colón station, which is within walking distance.
Did you know?
Sculptor Francisco Gutierrez created the royal burial monuments inside, which stand among the finest sculptural works in the country. These masterful stone carvings display remarkable detail and artistic skill.
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