Porta Mariae

The gate of Marian

The Latin name for Marian Gate. This structure was built to celebrate the tercentenary of the devotion to the Lady of Penafrancia. 36ft high and has three gates the center being the largest. Located w...

Good visit if in the area

It was within walking distance from The Carmen Hotel. The first church that I have visited that is not painted white.

Unique Church

Having the church painted in black is quite unique. Peaceful place, enchating altar. Super friendly and honest people. Lost my wallet inside the church and after a few minutes got a call from a girl w...

Marian gate

the arch resembles that of france’s arch de triomphe, just a mini version but with a similar purpose. there’s not much to appreciate about this gate. but it’s interesting to note that it was built as...

Cool gate outside of church

This old gate is located outside a church and is the best site within town. You can see it and then go inside the church and walk to other nearby sites.