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Santa Maria Basilica Elche

Santa Maria Basilica Altar, Elche

Santa Maria Basilica Altar, Elche

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Santa María Basílica

Santa María Basílica Domes

  • Originally in this location was the Mosque of the Muslim city.
  • The Mosque was consecrated as a Church dedicated to Saint Mary (Maria) after James I captured the city from the Moors in
  • The current Basílica Santa María (built from 1672 till 1784) & is an amazing unique mixture of architectural styles, that include Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance
  • The main entrance, is in Baroque style, and is amazingly beautifully decorated

Santa Maria Basilica Exterior, Elche

Santa Maria Basilica Altar Elche

Santa María Basílica Bell Tower

  • A visit to the Santa Maria Bell Tower is a must, but you need to be reasonably fit, because there are 170 stairs to the roof, less to visit any any of the 4 floors where seats are available on some of them to rest.
  • The views from the roof are amazing and 2 coin operated telescopes are available.
  • The floors each have a number of interesting exhibits & photographs.
  • There is a small entrance fee.
  • Visit the Santa María Basílica Bell Tower.

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