San Marcos Church

Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

San Marcos is a Gothic church in Jerez de la Frontera. It originates from one of the six parishes founded by King Alfonso X of Castile after his conquest of the city in 1264. The current edifice was likely started in the mid-14th century, due to the style of its polygonal apse and the Mudéjar portal, perhaps above a pre-existing mosque. The construction is anyway not documented until the middle of the 15th century, including a substantial renovation in late Gothic style.

The church has three façades, with a main entrance portal in Mannerist style (16th century). The interior has a Baroque high altar (18th century)

References:

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Religious sites in Spain

Address

Plaza Nuestro Padre Jesús de la Sagrada Cena 8, Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Religious sites in Spain

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Mari Carmen Rodriguez (3 years ago)
Imposing church, the door and the tower in height, all very well preserved for being outside. Located in the center of Jerez.

Ana Maria Gamez Gamez (3 years ago)
Es un templo muy interesante tanto a nivel arquitectónico como a nivel artístico. Visita muy recomendable.

Samuel Scimeca (5 years ago)
Beautiful small church in center of jerez.

ROVIEDO ROVI (5 years ago)
Beautiful church

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