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The Oratorio of the Holy Cave is an 18th-century temple composed of two chapels: the lower one, which is underground or of The Passion, and the upper chapel dedicated to the Blessed Sacrament.
It is one of the finest examples of religious neoclassical architecture in Andalusia. It has been declared an Asset of Cultural Interest, published in the BOE on 25 January 1982.
This oratory was the work of Torcuato Cayón and Torcuato Benjumeda. It was consecrated for worship in 1796 by Bishop Antonio Martínez de Plaza.
The priest and Marquis of Valde-Iñigo, José Sáez de Santamaría, was the one who promoted its construction. He provided it with a musical piece that accompanied the morning of Good Friday: the preaching of the seven last words of Christ. This piece was commissioned to the Austrian composer Joseph Haydn under the title The Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross.
The upper chapel - of the Blessed Sacrament - is richly decorated and bright, while the lower chapel - of The Passion - is more austere. In the latter there is a polychrome wooden calvary made by Vaccaro and Gandulfo.
Three canvases by the brilliant Francisco de Goya stand out in the upper chapel: The Last Supper, The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes, and The Parable of the Wedding Feast of the King's Son. All were restored by the Prado Museum in the year 2000.
Built: 18th century.
Author: Torcuato Cayón, Torcuato Benjumeda
Style: Neoclassical
Category: Religious
Type: Oratory
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Discover Gibraltar, a charming British enclave in southern Europe.
Departing from Cádiz, enjoy scenic views of oak forests and picturesque white villages along the way.
Once in Gibraltar, you’ll visit the Rock’s Natural Reserve, the Pillars of Hercules viewpoint, St. Michael’s Cave, and get up close to the famous Gibraltar monkeys. You’ll also have free time for lunch and a stroll along lively Main Street before heading back.
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Step into Monumental Cádiz with this guided tour.
Explore in detail the city’s iconic Cathedral and its Museum, as well as Cádiz’s most famous watchtower: the Tavira Tower — home to the unique Camera Obscura.
Admission tickets are included. Don’t miss this opportunity!
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