Church of Santos Mártires

Málaga, Spain

Founded in 1487 and dedicated to San Ciriaco and Santa Paula, the patron saints of Malaga, who according to legend died defending their Christian faith, this pretty church features a striking Mudejar town, as well as a richly decorated baroque style interior, which includes a sculpture by Franciso Oritz.

Religious sites in Spain

Address

Plaza de los Mártires Ciriaco y Paula 1, Málaga, Spain

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Details

Founded: 1487
Category: Religious sites in Spain

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Farhad (12 months ago)
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Karen IJzerman (14 months ago)
What an amazing beautiful church with so much details. The ceiling is a masterwork. A visit is recommended and its peaceful to pray or meditate. Food for the soul

Marcia McGrail (4 years ago)
Ok. If you like iconography.

Brent McHugh (4 years ago)
great place for the Malaga band to perform

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