Historic Religious Sites
This collection highlights the ecclesiastical heritage of Comillas, ranging from the 17th-century Baroque Iglesia de San Cristóbal to the striking Modernist cemetery built upon 15th-century ruins. Key sites include the Neo-Gothic Capilla Panteón, featuring sculptures by Josep Llimona, and several traditional rural hermitages scattered through the surrounding landscape. These sites reflect the town's transformation from a medieval settlement to a center of Catalan Modernism under the patronage of the Marquis of Comillas.
A Cementerio de Comillas
Modernist cemetery integrated into the ruins of a 15th-century church. It features the iconic 'Exterminating Angel' sculpture by Josep Llimona and a facade designated as a Bien de Interés Cultural since 1983.
Capilla Panteón de los Marqueses de Comillas
Neo-Gothic chapel designed by Joan Martorell, serving as the mausoleum for the Marquis of Comillas. It houses elaborate funerary monuments sculpted by Josep Llimona and Agapit Vallmitjana.
Iglesia de San Cristóbal
17th-century Baroque parish church featuring a massive central nave and the revered statue of Cristo del Amparo.
Ermita de San Miguel
Small traditional chapel located in the Trasvía district, representing the simple rural religious architecture of the Cantabrian coast.
Iglesia de San Andrés
15th-century church in Ruiseñada featuring a blend of Gothic and Renaissance architectural elements.
Ermita de la Virgen del Carmen
Small religious building dedicated to the patron saint of sailors, typical of the coastal hermitages found in the region.
Iglesia de San Adrián
Gothic-style church located in Ruiseñada, dating back to the 15th century with significant structural additions made in later centuries.
Ermita de San Esteban
Small rural hermitage located in the outskirts of the municipality.
Ermita del Sagrado Corazón
Small chapel dedicated to the Sacred Heart.
Ermita de Santa Apolonia
Traditional rural chapel located near the eastern boundary of Comillas.
Ermita de San Juan
Small religious structure representing the local vernacular architecture of rural Cantabria.
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