Church of San Gil and Santa Ana
Spain, Granada, str. Santa Ana
Description:
The Church of San Gil and Santa Ana was built on the site of an old mosque, approximately in 1537 by one of the best architects of the time - Diego de Siloe. From the old building remained only a tower of durable brick, decorated with tiles.
In 1542, the design of the Renaissance facade began under the direction of Sebastian de Alcántara, and was completed by his son Juan de Alcántara in 1547. Now visitors are amazed by the majestic tower, which has five small chapels, as well as in the interior - the ceiling, richly decorated with wood. In the central part there is an arch surrounded by columns of the Corinthian order, above which there are three niches with beautiful sculptures and the coat of arms of Archbishop Niño de Guevara.
Inside the church draws attention to a unique work of religious character - Calvary, created by Diego de Aranda in 1671. Entering the church, you can see the sculptures of Jose de Mora and paintings of the XVI and XVII centuries.