Santa Madrona, Religious building in El Poble-sec, Spain
Santa Madrona is a church in El Poble-sec featuring a combination of historicist and baroque architectural elements, including a bell tower added in the early 20th century. The interior displays these two styles in clear form.
The building was inaugurated in 1888 by Queen Maria Cristina and was part of the neighborhood's urban development. During the Tragic Week of 1909, the structure suffered damage.
The church remains a place for religious ceremonies and regular neighborhood gatherings in the Sants-Montjuïc district. People use the interior during masses and at local community events.
The building is located on Tapioles Street 10 and is normally accessible during worship times. Visitors should check opening times in advance to ensure they can enter.
In 1937, the bell tower was shortened to make it less prominent and avoid it becoming a bombing target. This change remains visible today and tells of the difficult period the neighborhood experienced.
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