Church del Sagrario, Granada, Catholic church in Granada, Spain.
The Sagrario Church is a house of worship next to Granada Cathedral with a floor plan shaped like a Greek cross. Spherical domes and vaults are supported by heavy pillars decorated with Corinthian semi-columns.
Construction began in 1704 on the site of a former mosque and extended across several decades under different architects. The completion stretched to 1759 and reflects the architectural development of the Baroque period.
The name refers to the most sacred space within a church dedicated to the Blessed Sacrament. Today visitors can observe the refined marble furnishings and religious artworks that define the interior.
The church sits directly next to the cathedral on Plaza Alonso Cano in central Granada. It is easily accessible on foot and a visit fits well into a walking tour of the historic downtown.
Inside stands a remarkable baptismal font in marble from 1520 with fine decorations and Ionic capitals. This work showcases the handcraft skill of the Renaissance period.
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