Church of San Sebastián Mártir, Madrid, Catholic church in Carabanchel district, Madrid, Spain.
The Church of San Sebastián Mártir is a Catholic church in the Carabanchel district with three longitudinal naves separated by columns and topped by a central dome lit from above. The building features limestone portals, with the main facade showing a sculpture of Saint Sebastian and the side entrance decorated with an image of Our Lady of Antigua.
The original structure was built in 1495 during the reign of the Catholic Monarchs, but it was destroyed in 1936 during the Spanish Civil War. The reconstruction took place between 1943 and 1948, though the tower from the 17th century had survived the conflict.
Three religious brotherhoods use this space as their headquarters and organize processions during important religious celebrations throughout the year. These groups bring together people who share devotion to specific saints and actively participate in the ritual life of the neighborhood.
You can enter through the main facade or the side entrance depending on which is closer to where you are. It is useful to check visiting hours beforehand since the church may be closed during religious services or special events.
The church tower dates from the 17th century and is one of the few elements that survived the destruction of the Civil War. This surviving element connects the current building to its earlier history before the modern reconstruction.
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