Valladolid - Chapel of the Benavente, a hidden gem in Medina de Rioseco

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Chapel of the Benavente in the church of Santa María in Medina de Rioseco

One of the surprises that can bring you a route through the province of Valladolid you have to look for it in Medina of Rioseco.

In this historic town of Valladolid is where you will find a real hidden gem, the Chapel of the Benavente, which in its day Eugenio d + Ors he described it as the Sistine Chapel of Spanish art.

To search for the Chapel of the Benavente you have to go to the church of Santa Maria, one of the main temples of the town that from the architectural point of view is a transition from Gothic to Renaissance.

Church of Santa María in Medina de Rioseco

The church of Santa María de Medina de Rioseco It began to be built at the end of the 15th century, although externally you will recognize it for its baroque style tower.

Inside you will see that it has three naves with starry vaults, and the first thing that will catch your attention will be the beautiful organ built in 1732, as well as the great altarpiece of Juan de Juni.

It is on the left ship where you will discover the impressive Chapel of the Benavente, behind a huge and artistic fence.

Church of Santa María in Medina de Rioseco

This chapel was commissioned in 1544 by Alvaro de Benavente with the purpose of housing graves.

Now when you enter it you are impressed by the enormous artistic richness of its sculptural decoration made by various artists of the time, among which the three brothers stand out Corral de Villalpando.

Sculptured in plaster you can see various scenes of the Genesis or the Final judgment, which, if you want to contemplate calmly, will take time.

Chapel of the Benavente in the church of Santa María in Medina de Rioseco

Ensimismado before so much beauty, it is hard to believe that until 2002 the Chapel of the Benavente It was totally tinted black, which was because at the time of the invasion of the French it was used as a kitchen.

After its recent restoration, all its chromatic richness has been brought to light, which you can now enjoy.

Here you have all the practical information with the schedules to visit the Benavente Chapel, as well as the ticket prices.

Pictures Chapel of the Benavente

Finally, here you have more photos of the church of Santa María as well as of the Chapel of the Benavente, in Medina de Rioseco.






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