Santuari dels Àngels, Neoclassical sanctuary in Sant Martí Vell, Spain.
Santuari dels Àngels is a neoclassical sanctuary located at 488 meters in the Gavarres massif, commanding views across the Empordà and Gironès regions. The complex houses a shrine room with a small organ, an exhibition space, a restaurant, and lodging facilities for visitors.
The original sanctuary was built between 1409 and 1420 and began receiving pilgrims in 1424 after Girona bishops granted indulgences. It became an important religious destination for communities throughout the surrounding regions.
The sanctuary contains a shrine room where visitors can see numerous votive offerings left by pilgrims over centuries. These personal objects represent hopes and gratitude expressed through the simple act of leaving a gift.
The site is most easily reached via the Carretera Sant Marti Vell road, which provides direct access to the complex. Visitors should be aware that the elevated location means access can vary depending on weather conditions.
The sanctuary holds a particular place in local history through a private wedding ceremony conducted there in 1958. This event created a notable connection between the religious site and the broader cultural world beyond its traditional role.
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