Church of Santo Domingo

Church of Santo Domingo is a baroque parish church on Calle Mayor in Cartagena, Spain, built with a wide central nave and massive exterior buttresses. The interior features a metallic spiral staircase leading to a mezzanine level above the main floor.

The building was first constructed in 1539 at Plaza de los Coches but was destroyed by a devastating fire. It was rebuilt completely in 1552 at its current location on Calle Mayor.

The name comes from Saint Dominic, the church's patron saint. Visitors can still see 19th-century tombstones paving the floor near the high altar, telling the story of the people buried here over generations.

The church remains open during religious services for worshippers and also welcomes visitors interested in exploring the architecture and interior. It is best to check local service hours before visiting to ensure respectful access to this active parish church.

The bell tower leans noticeably to one side because of construction errors made during the original building process. This tilt remains visible today, a quiet reminder of the challenges faced when rebuilding after the fire.

Location: Cartagena

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 37.60071,-0.98652

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:10