Església dels Josepets de Gràcia, Baroque church in Vallcarca i els Penitents, Spain.
Església dels Josepets de Gràcia is a baroque church organized by a three-part front elevation with three entrance arches, decorative pediment, and horizontal molding. The bell tower stands perpendicular to the facade and includes a clock mechanism along with stained glass windows that filter light throughout the interior.
The Carmelite order built this structure between 1658 and 1687 under the leadership of friar Josep de la Concepció, known as 'el Tracista'. His architectural vision established the baroque style that defines the building.
The name comes from the Josephite order that established this spiritual center, which continues to serve the local community through religious services and gatherings. The building remains deeply embedded in neighborhood life as a place of worship and prayer.
The church sits at Plaza de Lesseps with easy access to Metro Line 3 stations Vallcarca and Penitents nearby. Visitors can reach it on foot from surrounding neighborhoods or quickly by public transport.
The three-part facade follows specific proportions and arrangements characteristic of Carmelite architectural traditions rarely seen in other local churches. This particular composition makes it a noteworthy example of religious baroque design in the city.
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