Igrexa de San Xurxo (Church of Saint George), La Coruna
The Church of Saint Georg is a stunning example of Baroque architecture located in the historic Plaza del Marqu茅s de San Mart铆n. Its construction, which spanned from 1725 to 1767, reflects the grandeur of the Baroque period, with intricate designs and a majestic facade. The church was initially built as a Jesuit temple, and its architectural plan was inspired by the design of Jes煤s de Vignola, a renowned Italian architect known for his contributions to Baroque ecclesiastical designs.
Inside, the church's elegance continues with its half-barrel vaults reinforced by girder arches, while the central nave is crowned with a ribbed vault. A notable aspect of the interior is the tribune above the side naves, which was originally designed to allow the Jesuit community to attend services separately from the general public. Art lovers will appreciate the beautiful altars at both ends of the transept, which house two exquisite panels by Agust铆n Robles, representing the Annunciation and the Souls in Purgatory.
The church's facade, designed by Clemente Fern谩ndez Sarela, is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. It features a central projecting body with two massive Doric columns on each side of the main entrance, framing lateral porticos. Statues of Saint George, Saint Margaret, and Saint Lucy adorn the facade, adding a sense of reverence and artistry to the structure.
In front of the church stands a beautifully carved granite cross, flanked by statues of Saint Roch, Saint Lucia, Saint Margaret, and Saint Nicholas. The cross itself is richly decorated with bas-reliefs depicting the Passion of Christ, while its pedestal and octagonal sections showcase intricate details that highlight the craftsmanship of the era.
Inside, the church's elegance continues with its half-barrel vaults reinforced by girder arches, while the central nave is crowned with a ribbed vault. A notable aspect of the interior is the tribune above the side naves, which was originally designed to allow the Jesuit community to attend services separately from the general public. Art lovers will appreciate the beautiful altars at both ends of the transept, which house two exquisite panels by Agust铆n Robles, representing the Annunciation and the Souls in Purgatory.
The church's facade, designed by Clemente Fern谩ndez Sarela, is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. It features a central projecting body with two massive Doric columns on each side of the main entrance, framing lateral porticos. Statues of Saint George, Saint Margaret, and Saint Lucy adorn the facade, adding a sense of reverence and artistry to the structure.
In front of the church stands a beautifully carved granite cross, flanked by statues of Saint Roch, Saint Lucia, Saint Margaret, and Saint Nicholas. The cross itself is richly decorated with bas-reliefs depicting the Passion of Christ, while its pedestal and octagonal sections showcase intricate details that highlight the craftsmanship of the era.
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Sight Name: Igrexa de San Xurxo (Church of Saint George)
Sight Location: La Coruna, Spain (See walking tours in La Coruna)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: La Coruna, Spain (See walking tours in La Coruna)
Sight Type: Religious
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