Basílica del Santísimo Cristo de la Expiración, Catholic basilica in Triana, Seville, Spain.
The Basílica del Santísimo Cristo de la Expiración is a church in Triana composed of two connected chapels with red brick walls and ceramic decorations. The religious scenes depicted on the facades showcase traditional Sevillian craftsmanship and biblical narratives.
The church began in 1689 when two brotherhoods merged to create a shared sanctuary. It received basilica status in 2012 through papal recognition.
The basilica holds deep meaning for Triana residents as a gathering place during religious processions and daily worship. It reflects the neighborhood's long tradition of Catholic devotion and remains a center of local spiritual life.
The church opens on weekdays with morning and evening hours, while Sundays are reserved for services. Visitors should check opening times in advance and maintain respect as an active place of worship.
The main altar displays one of the last major Christ figures created in the traditional Sevillian artistic style. This sculpture, affectionately known as El Cachorro, has been admired for centuries as an artistic legacy.
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