Foundation of San Diego de Alcalá-Fundación de la Vega del Pozo

The Foundation of San Diego de Alcalá is an architectural complex in Guadalajara comprising interconnected buildings with classical designs, including a main structure, pantheon, and chapel. The site is organized through gardens and courtyards with surrounding loggias and open areas.

Ricardo Velázquez Bosco designed this complex in 1887 at the request of the Duchess of Sevillano as a refuge for people in need. The facility evolved from its original charitable purpose into an important architectural achievement of its era.

The buildings blend different architectural traditions with influences from medieval, Renaissance, and Mudéjar styles visible in their details and ornamentation. The complex was designed with local materials and craftsmanship that reflect the artistic practices of its time.

Access begins at the U-shaped main building with its distinctive stone central facade spanning three floors. The red brick pavilions flanking either side help orient visitors to the overall layout and different functional areas.

The pantheon showcases Romanesque-Lombard architecture with Gothic details, featuring Carrara marble and Byzantine-style mosaics in its interior chambers. This unusual combination was a bold and uncommon design choice for its era.

Location: Guadalajara

Architects: Ricardo Velázquez Bosco

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

GPS coordinates: 40.62778,-3.15417

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22