Iglesia de San Pedro de Alcantara (Church of St. Peter of Alcantara), Cordoba

On Cardenal Salazar Square, stands the Church of Saint Peter of Alcantara 鈥� finished in 1696 and backed by Bishop Pedro de Salazar, a man who left his mark on the city not just in stone, but in service. Along with commissioning this church, he also founded a hospital after a plague swept through C贸rdoba. Over the centuries, the building has worn more than one hat, serving as a parish church and, for a time, a convent for nuns.

Step inside and the layout is simple but deliberate 鈥� a single nave intersected by a transept. The showpiece is the marble main altarpiece, the work of noted architect Francisco Hurtado, whose precision and flair give the space an understated grandeur. Above, the dome鈥檚 painted murals bring a burst of colour, adding depth to the otherwise serene interior.

Recent restoration has brought back its 17th-century look 鈥� whitewashed walls edged with bold red trim 鈥� offering a glimpse of how it would have greeted worshippers centuries ago. With its layered history, graceful design, and prime location, the church makes a rewarding pause for anyone weaving through C贸rdoba鈥檚 old streets.

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Sight Name: Iglesia de San Pedro de Alcantara (Church of St. Peter of Alcantara)
Sight Location: Cordoba, Spain (See walking tours in Cordoba)
Sight Type: Religious
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