Iglesia de San Sebastián, Gothic church in El Porvenir district, Seville, Spain
Iglesia de San Sebastián is a Gothic church in the El Porvenir neighborhood featuring three naves divided by sturdy cruciform pillars, with the central nave wider than the sides and topped by wooden ceiling panels decorated with lattice designs. The interior layout directs attention toward the altar while creating distinct zones for prayer and devotion.
This church occupies the site of a 13th-century hermitage ordered by King Ferdinand III during the Christian reconquest of the Muslim city. It represents the religious transformation of Seville following the recovery of the territory.
The church is dedicated to Saint Sebastian and houses a Baroque altarpiece featuring the saint alongside the Virgin of Prado, a work crafted by sculptor Jeronimo Hernandez that shapes the spiritual character of the interior.
The church is surrounded by grounds with tree groups and flower beds enclosed by an iron fence with multiple access points. Plan to spend time examining the exterior and gardens before entering the building itself.
The main facade displays reliefs of the Giralda cathedral bell tower between lily vases, which are symbols of the Cathedral Chapter, along with three circular windows and a bell gable. These details create a visual connection to the nearby cathedral complex.
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