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Iglesia del Juramento de San Rafael

About

Iglesia del Juramento de San Rafael is one of Córdoba’s most symbolic religious landmarks, closely tied to the city’s devotion to its patron archangel. Built in the 18th century on the site where, according to tradition, San Rafael appeared to a local priest, the church embodies both spiritual significance and Baroque elegance. Its façade, with balanced lines and refined ornamentation, introduces an interior filled with soft light, decorative altarpieces, and a serene atmosphere that reflects the church’s role as a place of promise and protection. The main altar, dedicated to the archangel, stands as the focal point of the space, reinforcing the deep bond between Córdoba and its celestial guardian. Located just outside the historic centre, the church remains an active site of worship and a meaningful stop for visitors seeking to understand the city’s religious identity. It continues to honour the legacy of the oath that shaped one of Córdoba’s most enduring devotions.

Córdoba Spain

Location

Iglesia del Juramento de San Rafael, a minor basilica, is located on Plaza de San Rafael 8 in the San Lorenzo neighbourhood, just north of Córdoba’s historic centre. Around the square you will find traditional residential streets leading toward Palacio de Viana, the Real Iglesia Conventual de San Agustín, Iglesia de San Lorenzo and several celebrated courtyard houses and gardens, with the commercial centre and the Mosque‑Cathedral reachable on foot via a pleasant walk through these historic barrios.

Iglesia del Juramento de San Rafael

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