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tilework around the altar is from the 17th century—mere decoration with traditional yel-
low patterns. Along the nave, the tiles are 18th-century, with scenes illuminating Bible
stories. The popularity of these tiles (inspired by the blue-and-white tiles of Delft in the
Netherlands) coincided with the flourishing of tapestries in France and Belgium that had
the same teaching purpose.
The grilled windows were for confessions. The room to the right of the altar contains
rare Muslim tilework (the small squares behind glass), ancient weaponry, and religious
art, including a cleverly painted Crucifixion (€3, skip the €5 combo-ticket that includes
the palace, Tue-Sun 10:00-12:30 & 14:00-17:00, closed Mon, photos allowed, but no
flash—strictly enforced).
• Located across the square is the...
RomanTemple:
With 14 Corinthian columns, this temple was part of the Roman for-
um and the main square in the first century
A.D.
Today, the town's open-air concerts and
events are staged here against an evocative temple backdrop. It's beautifully floodlit at
night. While previously known as the Temple of Diana, it was more likely dedicated to
the emperor.
