Churches and cathedrals in Extremadura

Historic Churches and Cathedrals

Extremadura’s religious architecture spans centuries, from the Romanesque foundations of the Basílica de Santa Eulalia in Mérida to the Manueline-influenced churches of Olivenza. This collection features the UNESCO-listed Royal Monastery of Guadalupe, the unique double cathedral of Plasencia, and the fortified Gothic-Renaissance structures of Trujillo and Cáceres. These sites showcase the region's spiritual history through Mudéjar cloisters, Baroque altarpieces, and significant Roman Catholic heritage sites integral to the Reconquista and Spanish history.

Historic Churches and Cathedrals — Map

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Monastery of Saint Mary of Guadalupe

The Royal Monastery of Saint Mary of Guadalupe is a Roman Catholic monastic establishment built during the 14th century located in…

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Basílica de Santa Eulalia

Built over a 4th-century Roman temple, this basilica in Mérida is a major pilgrimage site dedicated to the city's patron saint. It features an important paleo-Christian crypt containing Roman and Visigothic remains.

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Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major

The Metropolitan co-cathedral of Saint Mary Major of Mérida is a Roman Catholic cathedral church in Mérida, Extremadura, western Spain.

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Badajoz Cathedral

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist of Badajoz is a Catholic cathedral in Badajoz, Extremadura, western Spain.

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Plasencia Cathedral

Literally, there are two cathedrals. The old one has some Romanesque features while the 'new' one added to it in 15th century is Gothic.

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Coria Cathedral

The Catedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption is a Roman Catholic church located in the town of Coria, Region of Extremadura, Spain.

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Iglesia de San Francisco Javier

An 18th-century Jesuit church in Cáceres characterized by its prominent white towers and Baroque facade. It stands in the Plaza de San Jorge and is a key landmark within the city's UNESCO-listed old town.

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Iglesia de Santa Clara

This 17th-century Baroque church in Mérida currently houses the Visigothic Collection of the National Museum of Roman Art. It was originally part of a Franciscan convent and features a simple, austere exterior.

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Santiago Church

A medieval church in Cáceres rebuilt in the 16th century by architect Rodrigo Gil de Hontañón. It displays a transition from Romanesque to Renaissance styles and houses a notable altarpiece by Alonso Berruguete.

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Iglesia de Santa María

This 15th-century Gothic building serves as the Co-cathedral of Cáceres. It is the city's oldest Christian spiritual center and features a notable unpainted black cedar altarpiece from the 16th century.

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Iglesia de Santa María la Mayor

Constructed on the site of a former mosque, this Romanesque and Gothic church in Trujillo contains the tombs of prominent local families, including the Pizarros. It features a significant 16th-century retablo by Fernando Gallego.

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Church of Santa Maria Madalena

Church of Santa Maria Madalena is a temple located in Olivenza, Spain.

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Convento del Rosario

A 16th-century Dominican convent in Zafra known for its Renaissance architecture. The church houses the Santísimo Cristo del Rosario and features a notable collection of religious art and period altarpieces.

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Iglesia de Santa María la Mayor de la Asunción

A 16th-century parish church in Brozas designed with a blend of Gothic and Renaissance elements. It is recognized as a Bien de Interés Cultural and is noted for its impressive stonework and expansive nave.

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Iglesia de Santa María del Castillo

Located within the historic walls of Olivenza, this 16th-century church features a blend of Spanish and Portuguese architectural styles. It is known for its interior tilework and a rare genealogical tree of the Virgin Mary.

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