Templo Nacional de Santa Teresa de Jesús y Convento de los Padres Carmelitas Descalzos
Templo Nacional de Santa Teresa de Jesús y Convento de los Padres Carmelitas Descalzos, Carmelite church and convent near Plaza de España, Madrid, Spain.
The building features a three-nave structure with a central dome covered in multicolored mosaic tiles, reflecting its eclectic architectural style.
Construction began in 1916 after Discalced Carmelites returned to Madrid following their expulsion in 1836 during the Mendizábal confiscation.
The temple design draws inspiration from Saint Teresa's literary work 'The Interior Castle', incorporating medieval fortress elements into its facade.
The religious complex functions as both a community residence and nursing home, with regular services held throughout the week.
Two substantial oil paintings by Francisco Cossio in the side chapels portray the Apotheosis of Saint Teresa and the Order.
Location: Argüelles
Inception: 1928
Architects: Jesús Carrasco-Muñoz y Encina
Architectural style: eclectic architecture
Phone: +34915479105
GPS coordinates: 40.42240,-3.71494
Latest update: March 7, 2025 10:37
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