Ermita de Santa Ana

The Ermita de Santa Ana is a historic chapel located on the hill of the same name in Chiclana de la Frontera, Andalusia, Spain.

Overview

• Designed by architect Torcuato Cayón de la Vega, it was constructed between 1772 and 1774.
• Construction of the chapel began after gaining permission from the military due to its strategic vantage point.
• The chapel's design incorporates elements of Byzantine, Mozarabic, and Neoclassical styles.

History

The Ermita de Santa Ana features a polygon-shaped porch with three semicircular holes on pilasters. A hemispherical dome with four circular holes covers the interior, providing natural light to the chapel.

The entryway leads into the main town of Chiclana and Bay of Cádiz.

Architecture

• A small shrine is housed within the chapel, featuring a sculpture representing Saint Anne with the Virgin by Genoese sculptor Domingo Giscardi.
• The work is situated in a niche and is believed to have been created during the 18th century.

Location

Address: Plaza Poley Country: Spain Town: Estepa

Notable Features

• No specific information on the organ or bells of the Ermita de Santa Ana is available.
• The chapel's heritage status is not explicitly stated, but its historical significance and architectural design make it a notable landmark in Chiclana de la Frontera.

Visiting Information

The Ermita de Santa Ana is open to the public on Tuesdays and July 26, the feast day of Santa Ana. However, visiting hours may be subject to change.

Accessibility

No information on accessibility features or restrictions is available for the Ermita de Santa Ana.

Notable Artworks or Relics

• The chapel houses a sculpture representing Saint Anne with the Virgin by Domingo Giscardi, a notable work of Genoese art in Cadiz.