Spain is one thing better than many other countries, offers a beautiful building to see and learn about. As the building is the Basilica de San Francisco El Grande, or the Church of San Francisco in Madrid. When it comes to the main places in Madrid, this is right up there at the top of the list. To get an idea of how big this building, above the dome of the church of San Francisco is greater than that in St Paul's Cathedral. This is an amazing architecture. Inside the church a number of sculptures and paintings to see a dream for art lovers.
Made with Neo-classic design, the tower of the church of San Francisco over the old section of Madrid. Dome roof is a big part of building three parts. And while it looks great from the outside, you can not really understand the magnitude of this up to 108 feet of open-ceiling interior. interior is a vision, decorated with highly detailed stained glass windows and wall paintings. Regarded as one of the most beautiful cathedrals in Europe, it leaves a lot of scenery in awe.
When it comes to the history of the basilica, built under the reign of Carlos III in 1760. The reason for the church was built on religious history, once a Franciscan monastery in the past. It is believed that the original monastery was founded by Saint Francis of Assisi in 1217. The entrance is a set of seven hand-carved, beautiful walnut door that invites guests to the chapel.
If you're one of the three-door closest to the circular building, you will find the Chapel of San Bernardino de Siena. Look at the pictures on the wall here. One is Goya's painting of the saint, the other is a self-portrait by Goya.
Although the church can not be built until the mid-18th century, it does not mean that everything inside is from the 18th century. Conversely, many items in the church is much, much older. Even the choir stalls from the 16th century, Gothic pieces from Segovia.
In addition to paintings of Goya in San Bernardino de Siena, there are other works painted by artists such as Maella, Cano, and Zurbaran, not the beautiful marble statue by the artist known as Benlliure and Bellver.
While it may seem as if the church is more a temple of art, with many works in it, is also the cathedral is fully operational. While visitors are welcome, they will be accompanied by a guide and asked to remain silent as a sign of respect as they passed.
When planning your schedule a tour of the city, the Church of San Francisco is easily accessible. Located in Plaza de San Francisco el Grande, and can be accessed from La Latina metro stops from Puerta del Toledo. The place was quite far from home in Spain Costa Blanca south, but certainly worthwhile.
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