Church, Temple & Mosque:
3rd on 5
Iglesia de San Ginés,
13 Calle Arenal
, 28013
Madrid
Tel: +(34) 913 664 875
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A church with a history of its own
This is one of the oldest churches in Madrid, built in the early Middle Ages ' the exact date is unknown. Its current blend of styles is explained by the reconstructions it had to go through after collapsing in 1641 and being burned in a fire around 1820. Quevedo and Lope de Vega, two of the biggest writers from the Spanish baroque period, were baptised here.
As a curiosity, the saint who gives the church its name is the patron of comedians.
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Opening hours:
Monday - Sunday: from 09:00 to 13:00 from 18:00 to 21:00
All the features
Church, Temple & MosqueSetting - Atmosphere : Historical
When for?: Open on Sundays
Public places & walks near the metro Estación de Ópera
Public places & walks near the metro Estación de Sol
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Public places & walks near the metro Estación de Ópera
Public places & walks near the metro Estación de Sol
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