Santuario de Santa María Magdalena
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Modernist sanctuary from 1918-1946, by José Sala Sala, next to Mola castle with broad views.
Next to Mola castle, above Novelda, rises the Santa María Magdalena sanctuary, a modernist work built between 1918 and 1946 by José Sala Sala. Its reddish-stone silhouette commands the valley.
History
The sanctuary went up in the first half of the 20th century on devotional impulse, with a modernist design of organic forms. Work ran from 1918 to 1946.
What to see
The stone facade with its twisted towers and the single-chapel interior. From the terrace there are broad views over Novelda and the Vinalopó, with the castle metres away and the valley below.
Tips for your visit
- Visit next the Mola castle, on the same summit.
- Walk down afterwards to the Casa-Museo Modernista, in the old town.
Frequently asked questions
Who designed the Magdalena sanctuary?
José Sala Sala; work ran from 1918 to 1946.
What style is it?
Modernist, with organic forms in reddish stone.
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