Palacio Episcopal, Episcopal palace in Plaza del Obispo, Málaga, Spain
The Palacio Episcopal is a Baroque palace located at Plaza del Obispo in Málaga, featuring a three-story facade adorned with large windows, balconies, and decorative details in gray and pink marble. The structure combines classical proportions with ornate elements across its front elevation.
The palace was commissioned in 1762 by Archbishop José Francisco Lasso de Castilla and built to serve as the residence and administrative center of the diocese. It suffered severe damage from anti-clerical attacks in the 1940s and was later reconstructed.
The building now serves as home to the Diocesan Museum of Sacred Art, displaying religious artifacts and paintings that reflect centuries of faith in the region. Visitors encounter objects that reveal how the church shaped daily life and spiritual practice in Málaga over time.
The palace sits adjacent to Málaga Cathedral and is easily reached on foot from the town center. Visitors can explore the interior and museum collections during regular opening hours, with morning hours typically offering a more peaceful experience than afternoon.
The palace plaza and neighboring cathedral served as filming locations for the movie The Bridge of San Luis Rey, which portrayed an 18th-century colonial Peruvian city. This cinematic history adds an unexpected layer to the site that most visitors overlook when exploring the square today.
Location: Málaga
Architectural style: Baroque
GPS coordinates: 36.72040,-4.42030
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:09
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