Iglesia Mayor de la Encarnacion

Originally built in 1505 with a surprising architectural design and size for the period, this church stands in Plaza de la Iglesa (popularly known as Plaza de la Encarnacion). It is the city's most important. Most of the current building, however, was raised in 1712. The main facade dates from 1756 and is the work of the artists Pedro del Castillo and Salvador Galvez.

The three naves lead to the main altar inside, where the magnificent organ of the Sol Mayor (C Major) stands, one of the most beautiful in Andalusia. In the beautiful interior, some of the statues that are paraded through the street during Holy Week are housed, including the Virgen de la Soledad (Our Lady of Solitude).

Mass: 8am, 10am, 11am, 6pm & 7pm daily.

Visits are permitted during mass only.

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