San Sebastián Square

You’re now in San Sebastián Square, one of the most beautiful squares in town. It was established by royal decree in 1508 by Queen Juana la Loca, also known as Joan the Mad. The square is considered one of the finest examples of Antequera’s urban charm. On one side, you’ll see the Arco del Nazareno, the early 20th-century Bouderé bourgeois house, and the Collegiate Church of San Sebastián.In the center, you’ll find a stunning Renaissance-style fountain, designed by Baltasar de Godros in 1545. It originally stood in Plaza Alta, then it was moved to Coso de San Francisco, and finally brought here to Plaza San Sebastián. The Nazarene Arch, built in 1671 and reconstructed in 1963 after collapsing, is dedicated to Jesus of Nazareth. If you look closely, you’ll see a niche containing the venerated image, flanked by six lanterns and a small balcony. The Collegiate Church has been declared a cultural heritage site of Spain. Look up to see the angel-shaped weathervane crowning its bell tower, which rises more than 60 meters high. The tower, built in the early 1700s, blends Baroque and Mudejar elements and is now one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Feel free to step inside—the church holds an impressive collection of Antequera’s religious treasures. Before you leave, why not snap a photo with the charming statue of two men deep in conversation on a bench? The artwork is called El Arte sin Tiempo—Art Without Time.