Iglesia de la Encarnación

The church exhibits classical architectural elements with symmetrical proportions, featuring carefully designed columns, arches, and a prominent dome following Renaissance principles.

Renowned architects Diego Siloe and Juan de Maeda designed this religious building during Spain's architectural transformation period following the fall of Granada in 1492.

The structure maintains its designation as a bien de interés cultural, representing the integration of Italian Renaissance aesthetics into Spanish religious architecture.

Visitors can observe the mathematical precision in height-to-width ratios throughout the building, demonstrating the Renaissance emphasis on harmonious architectural proportions.

The church incorporates specific regional adaptations of Renaissance design elements, marking the transition from Gothic to classical architectural styles in provincial Spanish towns.

Location: Íllora

Architects: Diego Siloe, Juan de Maeda

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: 37.28612,-3.88176

Latest update: March 22, 2025 05:25