Santiago Church

Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

The Church of Santiago was built outside the enclosure walled of the medieval city. In the place there was a chapel with the same name built in times of the Spanish reconquest. The current church was built in late 15th and early 16th century.

Religious sites in Spain

Address

Calle Muro 2, Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Religious sites in Spain

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Fritz Zounek (2 years ago)
Monumental building in jerez

michael donohoe (3 years ago)
Outstanding architecture and gardens

Aaron Ochse (3 years ago)
Beautiful gothic gem in Jerez. Wonderful art and architecture. Just a small 2 euro fee because it is being run as a museum. Don’t miss!

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