21 QR Video English
Channel: TURISMO ALMADEN
Date: 2023-06-16

We welcome you to the Chapel of our Lady of Fatima.
In 1580, Phillip II granted a licence to Almadén for the edification of a chapel located outside the city centre, dedicated to Saint Anne, patron saint of the town.
In the 18th century, it is remodelled to receive the Santísimo Cristo de la Fuensanta, which can be translated to Christ of the Holy Fountain. It is named so because of a popular tradition coming from the existence of a rock shaped like the head of Christ close to a nearby fountain. It was blessed in October 1784, with the presence of superintendent José Agustín Castaño.
It is currently under the patronage of our Lady of Fatima.
Throughout its history, it has experimented countless transformations before acquiring its current aspect.
In terms of its architecture, it has a Greek cross plan with two small lateral chapels. Standing out in its façade is its central doorway, made out of tejera brick and finished with a triangular pediment and bell-gable.
It is a frequent place of worship and pilgrimage for the citizens of Almadén, specially on May the 13th, feast day of our Lady of Fátima.
We will now leave this place, but you can continue discovering more of Almadén’s stories by visiting the next point of interest.