A small 18th century relic in a hidden corner 📷 Málaga - Spain

Walking through almost hidden places, in narrow streets, has often given me pleasant surprises. I believe that the city expands and seems to have no end and it is true what I was told when I arrived, it is the city that is in permanent movement.

On this occasion, I wanted or intended to visit a well-known church, but when I arrived I found that it was closed and there was no sign or anyone who could tell me when it was open. That will be the subject of research on my part.

But I didn't give up, I simply continued along that street, called Muro de San Julián, which later changed its name to Arco de la Cabeza, and on a very small corner, where the street that crosses it was very narrow, I came across this treasure of the city, the Church of Aurora and Divina Providencia.

As I told you, the streets were so narrow that it was very difficult to take pictures of the exterior façade, but by moving a little further away and trying to find the best angle I can bring you these pictures.

Being located in a corner I didn't expect the church to be big, but I was curious to know more about it. It was not always a church as it is today, but until 2013 it was part of the convent of the same name, which closed due to the lack of vocations.

But in reality the building dates back to the 17th century, 1787, and I love to find such old and historic places because most of them owe their construction to money from the people, donations that were often made, so it has much more value.

On the other hand, although the exterior façade doesn't say much, the knowledge of its antiquity generated my interest to enter and see its interior. And I was not wrong in expecting to find a relic. If you are interested in knowing more about this place you can see it here. Although there is not much information about this place I was able to find something.

The mosaics on the outside are also beautiful and noticeable on the façade. The truth is that the order of the Dominican Mothers has taken great care of both the convent and the church until the time the convent was closed and they have left an important historical legacy.

I am always impressed by the church doors and the woodwork. These antiques are worth seeing and admiring, the workmanship is always incredible.

When I enter I see a small but beautiful church, with a notorious baroque style, and that is evident in every inch of the place.

Again I reiterate that the baroque and even rococo style is present, where all the walls are occupied by both religious sculptures and beautiful decorations. The gold and other colours contrast with the white background, creating a beautiful style.

I walked through the church until I reached the altar, which surprised me to see a Christ carrying the cross, but not crucified, something that is in distinction with the rest of the churches and on the other hand the decorations on both sides are very original, like reliefs that come out of the walls giving them a lot of life.

The finishing at the top of the altar is a great eye-catching detail of the place.

I always look at the ceilings and although they don't have paintings or anything striking, but the delicacy in this part of the church with its decorations is very nice, besides being very well lit despite the lack of stained glass windows to let the sunlight in. That is another difference I found with the rest of the churches I have visited so far.

Each space dedicated to the sculptures is very well cared for and decorated as well, with small pictures explaining the sculptures and beautiful floral decorations.

One of the most striking is Nuestra Señora del Traspaso y Soledad de Viñedos, both for the expression on her face and her clothing. You know that I especially look at the art in all this and I like the way it is done.

Once I had gone through the whole place I looked up again, but in the direction of the back of the church and what I saw was marvellous and too beautiful. There are always details that distinguish a place and I think this is one of them.

I am delighted to have found this church and to admire its architecture, its history and its art. Thank you very much to all of you for joining me today, I send you my best regards. See you soon.
Amonet.