Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta
Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta, Catholic sanctuary in Algezares, Spain.
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Fuensanta stands in the foothills of Carrascoy mountain range, six kilometers from Murcia city center.
The construction of this religious edifice began in 1694, with its facade completed in 1705 under the direction of architect Toribio Martínez de la Vega.
The interior features a 20th-century retablo created by Antonio Carrión Valverde and Nicolás Prados López, replacing the original work destroyed during the Spanish Civil War.
The sanctuary welcomes visitors every day between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM, allowing time for both worship activities and architectural appreciation.
The facade displays intricate relief work and sculptures designed by Jaime Bort and executed by José Balaguer, representing regional baroque craftsmanship.
Location: Algezares
Inception: January 1, 1694
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Address: 30157 Algezares, Murcia, Spain 30157 Algezares
Opening Hours: Lunes-Domingo 16:00-19:00
Phone: +34968842201
Website: http://murciaturistica.es/es/monumento/santuario-virgen-de-la-fuensanta-335
GPS coordinates: 37.93751,-1.11832
Latest update: May 17, 2025 06:52
The Murcia region combines natural landscapes with historical sites from different periods. The Salto del Usero natural pool in Bullas, the beaches of Calblanque Natural Area, and the Almadenes gorge near Cieza demonstrate the geological variety of the region. The coast offers sheltered coves like Cala Cortina and remote beaches such as El Portús, while the Gredas de Bolnuevo erosion formations show the power of natural processes. The historical architecture ranges from medieval fortifications to baroque cultural sites. Monteagudo Castle from the 11th century and Castillo de Lorca document the Moorish and Christian past. Coastal towers like Torre de Santa Elena and Torre del Cope date from the 16th century and served as defenses against pirates. The Santa Clara Monastery and Museo Salzillo in Murcia city preserve 18th-century religious art, while the Palacio de Guevara in Lorca represents baroque urban architecture.
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