The history of the Church of El Divino Salvador stretches back to Roman times, when a building first occupied this site. In the 9th century, during Islamic rule, the Mosque of Ibn Adabbás was erected here and became the largest mosque in Seville until 1182. Following the Christian conquest of the city in 1248 by King Ferdinand III of Castile, the mosque was converted into a Christian church dedicated to the Divine Savior of the World.
Over the centuries, the building underwent major transformations. In the 16th century, renovations altered the orientation of the temple, introduced a grand main altar, and added chapels and choir spaces. Due to structural deterioration, the old structure was demolished in the 17th century, and the present church was rebuilt between 1671 and 1712.
Architecturally, the church is a masterpiece of Sevillian Baroque with Mannerist influences. Its spacious rectangular interior, supported by towering pillars and vaulted ceilings, creates an impressive sense of scale and harmony. The bell tower incorporates the remains of the former minaret, blending Islamic and Christian architectural heritage.
Inside, the church houses fourteen richly decorated altarpieces. The Main Altarpiece, created by Cayetano de Acosta in the 18th century, is one of the finest Baroque altarpieces in Seville. Other notable works include the altarpieces dedicated to Christ of Love, Christ of the Afflicted, and the Virgin of the Waters.
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