Church of Saint Philip Neri, Baroque church in Gothic Quarter, Spain.
Church of Saint Philip Neri is a Baroque church located in the Gothic Quarter featuring a single nave with side chapels and a semicircular apse. The transept is crowned by a domed roof that sits above the intersecting spaces of the building.
The building was damaged during the Spanish Civil War in 1938 by air raids, with scars remaining visible on the facade. A bomb shelter beneath the church was destroyed, leaving marks of the conflict on the structure above.
The interior displays multiple altars in Baroque and Neoclassical styles crafted by local artists including Ignasi Vergara and Ramon Amadeu. Paintings by Joan Llimona adorn the walls, reflecting the artistic traditions of the region.
The church is situated next to an active school in the Gothic Quarter, so visitors should be mindful of school activities and schedules. The nearest metro stations are Liceu and Jaume I, both within walking distance of the building.
The building forms part of the Roman city wall of Barcelona and marks the entrance to the former Jewish Quarter. This location connects ancient defensive lines with the medieval layout of the city.
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