One of the churches that has caught my attention, especially at first sight, is the Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, a temple from the 15th century.
Its exterior façade has always impressed me whenever I pass by the place, as it denotes its antiquity and a lot of history. That is why I decided to pay it a visit to see what it was like inside as well, without forgetting to admire its exterior construction.
Historically this church has also been known as the convent of Santo Domingo. Its construction dates back to the Christian conquest and medieval times.
What we see here is only a part of what was once the large building complex that today stands in the El Perchel neighbourhood, on the banks of the Guadalmedina River.
Around this church congregate the Brotherhood of the Humiliation, the Brotherhood of the Supper, the Brotherhood of the Sorrows of the Bridge, and the Congregation of Mena, all of which make their appearance during Holy Week.
The Confraternity of Our Lady of the Rosary is also located there, whose origins date back to the 15th century as well.
Although it was built in the aforementioned century, its splendour was achieved in the 17th century, when the convent was enlarged and reformed thanks to Friar Alonso de Santo Tomás.
This friar was bishop of the city and the square at the entrance of the church bears his name.
In that place and around the church there were in the past, many stylish houses, finely decorated with tiles that nowadays disappeared, but one of them remained, which is the house where the bishop Fray Alonso lived.
When he died, his remains were buried in that church, according to the custom of the time.
As for its exterior, the church is characterised by its very irregular shape, precisely because the houses that were around it were demolished and many of them became part of the church during the renovations.
For this reason, the architecture is divided into three naves separated by semicircular arches. It consists of cruciform pillars as it has to support the whole structure.
The decorations are very beautiful, made of leaves.
What most attracts my attention is the tower which, although it is not tall, is beautiful to look at and decorated with a weather vane in the shape of a boat.
On the outside there is a small chapel, very small, where at certain times the doors open, always with someone guarding the place, and you can see the Virgin of Our Lady of Sorrows.
This virgin has a very peculiar expression on her face, a deep sorrow, which I have never seen in any other sculpture of this type.
In order to find the chapel open, I went to the church on two different days to see the whole church.
The entrance to the church is through the main façade, which is inside the central nave. The age of the church is very noticeable, and although a lot of maintenance and reconstruction work has been carried out, at first glance you can see details that need to be restored on the external façade as well as on the internal façade.
Although it is not a modern style with sophisticated details, its beauty lies in its history and its antiquity, which is astonishing. Once and a thousand times I looked at that tower, I think it is the most beautiful thing.
The largest door facing the square is the main entrance to the church, but on the side, facing the river, there is another door where you can access other rooms such as an internal courtyard service and that are internally related to the church.
In conclusion, this immense church is made up of a group of attached buildings, most of which have two floors. And next to it there are other parochial dependencies, such as a large hall that brings together the other dependencies.
When I enter the interior I find myself in a place that breathes history, culture and a lot of art.
The first thing I see when I enter is this beautiful and gigantic painting, where the history of the Catholic Church is told. I was struck by its dimensions.
Then I was impressed to see from the end of the church the altar so illuminated with the big red curtain, it seemed that a sun was shining in that place and when I looked at the ceiling I could see another ancient but very architectural marvel, beautiful style and decoration. A great white vault with its gilded decorations attracted a lot of attention.
I started my tour on the left side of the church where I could first notice artwork, which reflected parts of the bible such as the baptism of Jesus Christ.
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Continuing on my tour, I noticed the Holy Family, a sculpture, and on both sides beautiful paintings of the Virgin Mary and Jesus. Their dimensions were important and they are perfectly preserved.
I noticed little lighting where there are works of art and that must be the reason.
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Again I admired the ceiling, and the higher I went, the more I could see the beautiful gilded details and the small windows at the top, through which the light came in.
At the end of this aisle is one of the many small chapels inside the church itself. In this case it belongs to the Santísimo Cristo del Perdón.
It is protected by railings, but I was able to take several photographs so that you could see the beauty and majesty not only of the sculptures but also of the decorations on the ceiling, a beautiful and very elaborate baroque style. I was really impressed by this part of the church.
The details inside the church are so many and all of them are beautiful, very well worked and preserved.
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I was also able to see a pulpit that, although it did not have great details, its antiquity was noticeable and it was equally beautiful.
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I arrived at the altar after passing by a small sculpture of a virgin and was again amazed by its lighting. More works of art, both paintings and sculptures, could be seen in that area.
Candelabras with long candles are the main decoration of the altar, which generates a lot of light.
I looked back and a large round window let in a beam of light that illuminated the altar from this spot.
The height of the church is considerable and the ceiling of the altar is a marvel, art and architecture generating more beauty.
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Continuing with the tour I came across another space where the last supper is represented, it is another of the places that captured my attention the most. And just that day there was a cameraman filming the place so I tried to take the best pictures I could, especially of the representation of that moment and of the virgin.
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Then, to my surprise, I came across another chapel. This one was almost completely in darkness, the oldest part of the church, because it had decorations that contrasted with the rest, from its columns, the style, the altar, the sculptures.
A lot of history and each sector of this small space with a maintenance, but preserving its own style and antiquity.
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One more chapel, also preserved behind bars with representations of the virgin and the moment of Christ's passion.
Most of the images and sculptures in the church are of saints of the Dominican order. Among them is Saint Martin de Porres from 2012. It is a sculpture made of cedar wood and polychrome oil painting, which in turn has a rosary from 1978, consisting of 15 mysteries.
There are also images of the Holy Virgin of the Rosary, Saint Catherine and Saint Vincent Ferrer.
For a long time in this church were the images or sculptures of the Dulce Nombre de Jesús Nazareno del Paso and María Santísima de la Esperanza, but they were later moved to their own temple.
When I visited this church I saw it above all as a very special place, as it dates back to the 15th century, and one breathes culture, history, a lot of art and architecture inside it.
Many tourists were in the place taking pictures like me and I could notice the importance given to it, it is not just another church but with a transcendental importance.
Thank you all very much for seeing and reading this far. I send you all a big hello and see you next time.
Amonet.
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That beam of light, how well captured. The set of paintings and figures is spectacular. The image of the virgin is very expressive. Thanks for the trip and now yes, Happy Night.🛏️
A complicated day, just now I could post hahaha, yes it is a church of the 15th century and it is a marvel in its art and construction, good night!🤗
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What a magnificent place with very unique and historic elements imbued with symbolism.
A lot of symbolism, a lot! Details and more details.... history and more than that. Thank you very much @litguru 😀
Wow! Esa zona está como congelada en el tiempo, sus alrededores son perfectos para filmar una película de época 😃 Por dentro, aunque conserva ese toque antaño, se ve más moderno y muy elegante. Sin dudas es un lugar que las cámaras amarían 😌
Es verdad, es un lugar como paralizado en la historia, no lo pudiste decir mejor!! Muchas gracias Gloria!😀
No sé por qué me llaman demasiado la atención los techos de las iglesias este está lindo, siempre que entró en una inmediatamente tengo que mirar hacia el techo 😂😂
Viste que hermosos? Me pasa exactamente lo mismo, una ornamentación preciosa!😃
Incredible set of paintings, architecture and figures, what a beautiful church! Thanks for sharing 💙, I always feel like I travel with you to those places @avdesing 🤗🤗.
Did you see what beautiful paintings? Amazing! Thank you very much @vezo 😀
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You can do it @avdesing! Keep pushing yourself and reaching for the stars on Hive.
I will, keep up the good work!
I never been to any church....it's not that I don't like but never had a big one as you shared...here. The ambience and vibes pushing me to go inside. Hopefully I get a big one somewhere jn India...to pray and take some blessjng
The truth is that I was surprised by its antiquity and art above all, I always observed it from afar until that day and I liked the architecture I saw.
I hope you bring us a very beautiful one, a big hug!😀
We have not enough of them, untill you to Goa or Kerela, where there are number of them...so it's not going to be a sooner visit...Good Morning🫡
No matter, I'll be waiting for that visit and the pictures to travel through them! Good morning!
You making it an expensive visit....those places were far off...but in my travel list....u never know when could I make them, have some real tea...
Don't worry, there's no rush, I'll be here hahahahahaha
Thanks for the tea!
Ohh....I thought u will.be joining me😆
I am not surprised that this beautiful church has caught your attention, dear friend @avdesing, given that its period architecture is very beautiful, in addition to how well preserved it is.
Its interior is beautiful, something that caught my attention, are the wings and the varieties of virgins that there are, I have not visited many churches with this type of layout
Without a doubt it is not a conventional church, in addition to its architectural beauty, there are beautiful works of art everywhere.
What a beautiful experience, I appreciate that you showed us the beautiful interior of this beautiful church
Have a beautiful morning
I was surprised by exactly the same as you and also by the ceilings, so elaborate. Thanks to you for always being there!❤️
What fascinates me about these places is the whole story behind them. History known and unknown, Your photos are superb
Thank you so so much!!!❤️
Gracias!!!!! Que bonito detalle!! Gracias!😊
Thank you very much!!😃
The most beautiful thing about the churches are the altars and the ceiling, what a wonderful architecture, it seems to be carved by the angels themselves 😍
It is really beautiful, and I will visit more churches especially for the history and art. Thank you Yami!❤️
This church looks really beautiful, it has an imposing structure and laborious sculptures so well-preserved that are really a work of art, a pleasure to read your publication, greetings.
Thank you so so much @luzscarllet18 😀
I have a soft spot for old churches, and you did a good job here! I seek them out when I travel.
In a basilica in Philidelphia, I met a priest with a sense of humor. It has a large dome covered with sheet gold, and I was enjoying the building. He asked me if he could help me, and I told him I was enjoying the ambiance. He asked if I liked it, and I said I did. Then he asked me if I wanted buy it....
I plan to photograph the Tulsa churches. A lot of oil money was spent here building them, and some are pretty nice. Not with the History this place has, and I'd like to see it sometime. But your pictures have almost taken me there, thanks!
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I asked you if you wanted to buy it? Wowww
I really like the art and architecture in them plus the history. I'm so glad you liked it! Thank you very much for your visit!
They do make a really special building! I appreciate the pictures, they took me there.
In the basilica in Montreal, they even had a museum in the basement, and escalators to gulet uphill inside from the parking lot. Kind of different for sure. But they have a small clapboard church there, that was built by the priest and his Brother in the early 1800's that I enjoyed the most! You could still feel GOD in that place, honoring those Men's dedication...it was hard to leave!
Be blessed, and keep on prepping.
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It is very difficult to say goodbye to places like this, you feel very much at home.
It is a welcoming location! People came there for divine healing, and there was quite a collection of crutches, canes, and wheelchairs left there when they were no longer needed. It was impressive, and felt warming!
Wonderful place, and GOD was still there....
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Yes it is, and God always welcomes those who come to him.
If it wasn't so far away, I'd visit there from time to time! There is a garden here in Tulsa, that is completely surrounded by church buildings that has his presence. I used to eat lunch there when I was in high school. There were several large trees in this garden, but it's closed off now. I'm thinking about asking them if I can go there through the building. If they allow it, I'll get pictures....
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