The Church of the Augustinian Recollect Nuns of Dénia is a religious building located in San Narciso street, in Dénia. This church was built in the 18th century by the order of the Augustinian Recollects.
The order of the Augustinian Recollects arrived in Denia in the 17th century and settled in a convent that had previously been built by the Franciscans. However, in the 18th century it was decided to build a new, larger and more modern church to accommodate the growing religious community.
The construction of the church began in 1754 and was directed by the architect Vicente Gascón. The work dragged on for several years due to financial problems and lack of resources, but was finally completed in 1784.
Throughout its history, the Church of the Augustinian Recollect Nuns of Denia has witnessed numerous religious and cultural events. Nowadays, it is still one of the most important churches in Dénia.
Architecture of the church of the Augustinian Recollect Nuns of Dénia
The church of the Augustinian Recollect Nuns of Dénia is of baroque style and has a single nave with a barrel vault and lunettes. Its main façade stands out, in neoclassical style, with a large semicircular arch and a niche that houses the image of Saint Augustine, and the bell tower, with a square floor plan and crowned with a dome.
Inside the church, several Baroque altarpieces can be seen, including the main altarpiece, dedicated to Saint Augustine, and the altarpiece of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Timetables Church of the Augustinian Recollect Nuns of Denia
The church of the Augustinian nuns has daily masses, from Monday to Saturday at 9:00 am and on Sundays and holidays at 10:00 am. There are no masses in the afternoons.
Parking to access the Augustinian Sisters’ Church in Dénia
Parking near the Church of the Augustinian Nuns of Dénia is difficult to find, being close to the old town, as it is surrounded by pedestrian streets such as Loreto street or very narrow streets where parking is not possible. The nearby streets where you can park are usually full and there is not much parking.
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