VIRGEN DE LAS ANGUSTIAS

Basilica of Angustias is a 17th-century Parish church in Granada that is dedicated to the city’s venerated patroness, la Virgen de las Angustias or Our Lady of Sorrows. It is one of the most beautiful churches of Granada that flaunts regal Baroque architecture and an ornate interior. The major altarpiece and the dome of the church are exquisite pieces of art that exhibit splendor and charm.

Basilica of Angustias is a Parish church of Granada that is an important religious site and an active place of worship. Located in the Puerta Real neighbourhood in the centre of the city, this church dates back to the 1600s and was built under the commission of Juan Luis Ortega. It sports a Baroque style architecture and has a nave, transept and chancel with eight sides.

The exterior of the church has two lofty towers with Corinthian columns, tiled pinnacles and a pieta by Jose de Mora and Bernardo. The interior is lavish with an ornate altarpiece, sculptures and paintings by the artists of the Baroque School of Granada. The church organises several festivals and ceremonies in the honour of Virgin Mary throughout the month of September.

He Ofrenda Floral ceremony is the most popular during which people flock to the basilica and place a bunch of flowers on the facade as a tribute to the patroness. The Virgen Angustias procession on the last Sunday of every month is another important festivity at the church.

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Highlights

• Explore the Basilica of Angustias and wonder at its majestic Baroque-style architecture as well as the grand interiors decorated with statues of Apostles and paintings
• Witness the two tall 17th century bell towers that have pinnacles with tiles and an alcove with a pieta adorning the facade of the church.
• Stand in awe looking at the iconic altarpiece of the church that has the Soledad carving of ‘Our Lady of Sorrows
• Visit the church during the month of September and take part in the Virgen de las Angustias festival and Ofrenda Floral ceremony when the patroness saint is offered a floral tribute.