I chanced upon this hospice on my way to the Real Maestranza bullring museum. Its exterior caught my attention - impressive white building, intricate in design, beautiful indeed. Unfortunately, it was closed when I was there around 1745hr. I understand the hospice is still in...More

The focus of this visit is the church, which has a beautiful altarpiece and some nicely macabre catholic art. There is also a small museum.

The “Hospital de la Caridad” (Hospice of the Charity) was founded in the second half of the 17th century on the initiative of the nobleman Miguel de Mañara, who also was a politician, an extremely rich businessman and presided over the charitable brotherhood called “Hermandad...More

You may love Murillo, Valdés Leal, the sculptor Roldán or his daughter. Maybe you love history and special places with strong energy and vibration from the past. However there's something they still do: today like four hundred years ago... they still take care of abandoned...More

From the outside you would never guess that there is so much beauty inside this building. It was good to see active restoration efforts too. I really liked this place.

Worth a visit to see this highly ornate church. The surrounding buildings and gardens are interesting.

The church is part of a bigger complex that was originally built as a hospital for the poor (and is now a residence for the elderly). I strongly recommend picking up the audio guide when you buy the entrance ticket (the audio guide is included...More