Iglesia Parroquial de Santiago el Mayor

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We suggest you discover one of the most emblematic temples in the city of Orihuela: include it in your itinerary around the town.

La Iglesia Parroquial de Santiago el Mayor, The Parish Church of Santiago el Mayor in Orihuela, is a site brimming with history, and a true symbol of this city. It has to be on your list of monuments in Orihuela!

A mosque previously stood on the land where the building now stands. Before that, according to the experts, there was a Visigoth temple. Without doubt, the church dedicated to St James the Elder in Orihuela has ancient origins!

Today, we can admire an interesting mixture of architectural styles, including Gothic features from the time of its construction at the beginning of the 15th century, which overlap with parts in the Renaissance style built in later extensions and alterations.

The main doorway, in the late Gothic style, is the most striking feature of the Parish Church of Santiago el Mayor. Inside, we invite you to discover the Baroque-style Communion Chapel and the octagonal Sacristy. Come and discover a city full of surprises and cultural treasures!