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Parish St. Mary of Cana
Look up at that 40-meter tower of red brick—that's like thirteen school buses stacked tall—visible from blocks away on Avenida de Europa. Built between 1995 and 1999, architect Fernando Higueras created this unusual Greek cross church with a towering 20-meter dome inside. Locals call it the Cathedral of Pozuelo. Step beneath that soaring dome and watch how natural light pours through the windows—all by design. Hidden beneath the sanctuary are entire rooms sprawling across 4,145 square meters, built for communities to gather and live together.
Did You Know?
- : The Parish St. Mary of Cana in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, was designed by renowned Spanish architect Fernando Higueras and completed in 1999, making it one of the most striking examples of modern religious architecture in Spain, featuring a Greek cross layout, a 20-meter-high central dome, and a 40-meter tower visible from afar.
- The church complex spans over 4,145 square meters and includes multiple rooms beneath the main temple, providing space for community activities, making it not only a place of worship but also a vibrant hub for local families and children.
- Although the church is modern, its name references the biblical Cana, where Jesus performed his first miracle at a wedding feast, and the parish is recognized as a Jubilee Church, adding a layer of spiritual significance for pilgrims and visitors seeking special indulgences.