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Malaga´s cathedral was built between 1528
and 1782 on or near the site of a former mosque. While original
plans had allowed for two towers, lack of funds resulted in the
completion of only one, giving rise to the name by which the cathedral
is affectionately referred to, La Manquita, loosely interpreted
as "one armed woman".
The interior has influences of the Renaissance
and baroque styles. The notable 17th century choir stalls
of mahogany and cedarwood were designed by Luis Ortiz.
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Ornate Stonework on the façade
of Malaga Cathedral |
After his
death the 40 finely carved statues of the saints behind each stall
were completed by Pedro de Mena, one of Spain's most celebrated
wood-carvers of the time, who spent some years in Malaga. Some of
the chapels leading off the aisles also contain works by Pedro de
Mena and his tutor, Alonso Caro.
Adjoining the cathedral is the Iglesia del Sagrano.
Founded in the 15th century on the site of a mosque, the church
has an unusual rectangular shape, its Isabelline-Gothic portal
is the only remaining part of the original structure which was rebuilt
in 1714. The interior is richly decorated and its main altar features
a magnificent 16th century retable.
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