Church of St Mary Magdalene

Tudela, Spain

Santa María Magdalena (St Mary Magdalene) was erected in the second half of the 12th century, perhaps on the site of a Mozarabic church. The sculpted portal is elaborately decorated with biblical scenes and those of daily life. The bell-tower is also Romanesque with a series of rounded arches. The interior has a 16th-century gilded retablo dedicated to Mary Magdalen. The chapels were built during the 16th and 17th centuries.

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Calle Portal 27, Tudela, Spain
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Founded: 12th century
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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Santos Sastre (2 years ago)
From Santa María Magdalena, in Tudela, its solemn façade stands out strongly. We remain admiring the Pantocrator, who is chorused by the signs of the four evangelists. The first arch is adorned with the twelve apostles, the Virgin, the Announcing Angel and the Holy Spirit.
Judith Guillen Ibañez (3 years ago)
The Romanesque church par excellence, if I got married in Tudela I would have done it there, perfect size, spirituality breathes, images of Sta M Magdalena and Sta Ana la Vieja, on Friday the first of the month the Blessed Sacrament is exposed all day. You can't leave Tudela without knowing her
Jeronimo Corsaro (3 years ago)
Pequeña iglesia Románica bien conservada. Ha quedado exenta en una plaza un poco retirada de los circuitos habituales de la ciudad. Estaba cerrada a media tarde por lo que nos perdimos el interior. Para amantes del arte
Pol Baró Parras (4 years ago)
Strolling through the beautiful Tudela, you will find this beautiful example of Romanesque architecture. The church stands out for its exquisite and elaborate entrance door.
Pedro José CL (4 years ago)
11th century Romanesque gem
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