Basilica of the True Cross of Caravaca →
Dominating the skyline of Caravaca de la Cruz from atop the ancient medieval fortress, the Royal Basilica of the True Cross is a dazzling testament to faith, history, and Baroque splendor. This sacred temple houses the Lignum Crucis, a miraculous fragment of Christ's Cross brought according to legend by angels in the 13th century. Its imposing 18th-century red marble and jasper facade contrasts with the defensive Almohad walls surrounding it. Designated a Perpetual Jubilee Sanctuary by the Holy See, the basilica attracts pilgrims worldwide, offering an unforgettable journey where mysticism and art merge.
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