Hospital de la Caridad

The Hospital de la Caridad in Seville, home of the Brotherhood of the same name, is one of the top Spanish example of the architectural and artistic  baroque art. It is located in the district of Arenal, close to La Maestranza.

La Hermandad de la Santa Caridad was founded in the mid-fifteenth century, it had among its tasks provide assistance to the sick and abandoned people, it also worked as a crematorium for the died people found by the river as well as pray for their soul. The church dates back to the 17th century and the building still serves it's purpose as a refuge for the ill and less fortunate. The house was provided by the wife of don Miguel de Mañara, a wealthy Sevillano, after his death.

Works inside include two paintings from Juan de Valdés Leal as well as the intricate altarpiece work by Pedro Roldán. If you come to Seville, you can sleep in Samay Feetup Hostel in Sevilla, its only 5 minutes walking.