Historic Churches and Chapels
Ribadesella’s religious heritage spans from the town’s historic fishing quarter to the surrounding rural hillsides. This collection features the 16th-century Ermita de Guía, which overlooks the Bay of Biscay, and the Iglesia de San Salvador de Moru, notable for its restored Renaissance frescoes. These sites reflect the region's maritime traditions and architectural evolution, showcasing everything from 16th-century guild chapels to the monumental 20th-century murals found within the town's central parish church.
Iglesia Santa María Magdalena
20th-century parish church featuring impressive interior murals painted by the Uría Aza brothers. The artwork depicts allegorical scenes of war and peace, providing a unique artistic focus within the traditional ecclesiastical structure.
Capilla Santa Ana
16th-century Renaissance chapel located in the historic Portiellu neighborhood. Historically linked to the local sailors' guild, it serves as a key site for traditional maritime festivities.
Ermita de Guía
16th-century chapel situated on Mount Corberu. It houses the patron saint of local fishermen and is flanked by three 18th-century defensive cannons overlooking the Sella River estuary.
Ermita Nuestra Señora del Carmen
18th-century chapel located in the village of El Carmen.
Iglesia de San Salvador de Moru
Historic church featuring a significant collection of 16th-century Renaissance wall paintings. These frescoes were rediscovered and restored after being hidden for centuries under layers of lime.
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