St Mary Magdalene Church
Baroque church and royal parish seat featuring the city's second largest main altarpiece. Originally part of a Dominican monastery, it was constructed between the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Read more…
Opening hours
| Monday | 7:45 AM–11:00 AM, 6:30 PM–9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM–1:30 PM, 6:30 PM–9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM–1:30 PM, 6:30 PM–9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM–1:30 PM, 6:30 PM–9:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM–11:00 AM, 6:30 PM–9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:45 AM–1:30 PM, 6:30 PM–9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:45 AM–2:00 PM, 6:30 PM–9:00 PM |
This Baroque church was built between 1691 and 1709 on the site of the former convent of San Pablo el Real. Designed by architect Leonardo de Figueroa, the structure features a facade with three portals and a nave containing five chapels. It is notable for its dome, which was the first in the city to be constructed on an octagonal drum. The building was declared a National Monument and a Site of Cultural Interest in 1970.
The interior is characterized by rich decoration, including intricate stuccoes and a gold patina. The main altarpiece is the second largest in the city. Notable artistic contributions include a magnificent altarpiece by Lucas Valdés and works by Pedro Duque Cornejo. The church serves as the seat for several religious confraternities and brotherhoods.
As a functioning parish, the church hosts regular community activities and remains an active place of worship. Weekly outreach sessions are held on Thursday evenings from 19:00 to 20:00 in the parish office.
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