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Tags : Church & Cathedral
Timings : Church:
Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM - 10.30 AM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 1.30 PM & 6.30 PM - 8:00 PM
Museum:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10.30 AM - 12.30 PM & 4 PM - 6 PM (5 PM - 7 PM in summer)
Worship Times:
Monday - Saturday: 8.30 AM & 10:00 AM (only at 10 am in summer)
Saturday and Eves of Holy Days of Obligation: 7:00 PM (8 PM in summer)
Sunday and Holy Days of Obligation: 10.30 AM, 11.30 AM, 12.30 PM, 7:00 PM (7:00 PM service is at 8:00 PM in summer).
Entry Fee : Basilica: Free
Guided tours are available from Tuesday - Friday.
Individual: EUR 5
Groups, pensioners, students, and disabled persons: EUR 3
Thursday: Free
Accessibility : Accessible by car, bus.
Parking : Yes
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The Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great is a stunning historical and religious landmark in the heart of Alcala de Henares, Spain. The Basilica is renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking artwork and sculptures.
The interior of the Basilica is adorned with intricate carvings, magnificent frescoes, and beautiful stained glass windows. Visitors can also admire the elaborate altarpiece, made of gilded wood which depicts scenes from the life of Saint Francis of Assisi. The Basilica was built in the 16th century and is considered one of Spain's finest examples of Renaissance architecture.
One of the most remarkable features of the Royal Basilica of Saint Francis the Great is its magnificent dome, which provides breathtaking views of the surrounding city. The Basilica is also home to several important religious artifacts and works of art, including a reliquary containing the remains of Saint Vincent Martyr and a painting of the Virgin Mary by the famous Spanish artist Bartolomé Esteban Murillo.