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Iglesia Mayor de la Encarnacion

Plaza de la Iglesia, s/n, 29600 Marbella, Spain
34-95-2773136
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Ranked #4 of 35 attractions in Marbella
4.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Religious Sites
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Ballymena
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Very pretty and relaxing. Plenty of places to eat and drink More

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Marbella, Spain
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

Recently renovated, the Iglesia de la Encarnacion isone of the major attractions in Marbella. Outside a notice in various languages, including Hebrew, welcomes visitors. Inside it is large and sumptuous, as one would expect from a church dating back to 1485. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

Our daughter got married in this church .It was attended by people worldwide and all ( 100% ) felt it was one of the most beautiful churches around. Situated near Orange Square so great restaurants nearby if yo uare there only for a visit. More

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Marbella, Spain
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

This church is a beautiful peaceful place in the heart of the old town, it is especially good to visit during religious holidays like Three kings in January, Easter and fiesta de Virgin de la Carmen in July. More

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Malaga, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
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The Church of Nuestra Señora de la Encarnacion was founded by the Catholic Kings a few years after 1485, when the Catholic Kings conquered the city from the Moors. The church was remodeled in 1617 and later in 1756 the facade was constructed, thought to be a design by Antonio Ramos. The church suffered a lot of destruction during the... More

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Marbella/Miami
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99 helpful votes 99 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011
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just a gorgeous beautiful century old church.get carried away by mediterranean craftmanship and religious faith.dont miss out !!! More

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Southport
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011

The iglesia de encarnacion is a beautiful huge church surely just missing out on cathedral status. The gold altar and vast array of relics are displayed amongst stunning arrangements of fresh flowers. Well worth a visit or and try not to miss a true Catholic Wedding celebrations which is an emotional experience! More

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Madrid, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012
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Marbella, Spain
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012
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