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It does not seem an exaggeration to say that the Church of San Antonio de los Alemanes can be considered the Sistine Chapel of Madrid. It is evident that it does not reach the level of the dome that can be seen in Rome, but the quality of the frescoes in our temple is incredible. And to a large extent that is due to the work that the Italian artist Luca Giordano did in his day.
He was not the only one who worked on the building, but he was the one who dedicated the most time to it and to the frescoes that cover the walls and dome. He even went so far as to touch up the work that others did before him, giving it a personal stamp. He also worked in several of the chapels on both sides, painting some very beautiful canvases.
But in addition to this, we will be able to observe the main altarpiece, neoclassical in style, as well as paintings of the kings who had the most relationship with the temple. Said building was erected during the first half of the 17th century, using light and cheap materials on the exterior in order to invest more in the art of the interior.
The visit, which costs 2.50 euros, is worth it without a doubt. The exterior façade does not attract attention, but it is almost better because we can enter inside and find few people.
In addition, it is allowed to visit the crypt, which is located under the temple. It is austere and simple but it is really interesting. Especially because of the columbariums that are on one of the sides.
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