Begun in the 16th century, this building has undergone a long architectural evolution marked by numerous renovations, some of which are still preserved today.
The building has a single nave, whose current roof is contemporary, as the original collapsed over time. In the square-shaped main chapel, there is an elegant semi-spherical vault on pendentives, an architectural feature very characteristic of Andalusian Baroque, which gives the space dedicated to worship a monumental feel.
The exterior of the chapel stands out for its façade, where the entrance door and a choir window are located. This façade is decorated with exposed brick and glazed ceramics, forming a whole that simulates an altarpiece, with two sections and an attic. The design is the result of 20th-century interventions which, although they enrich the ornamental ensemble, partly detract from the Baroque essence of its original configuration.
The Ermita del Niño Jesús is a clear example of how local religious architecture has adapted to historical and social circumstances without losing its symbolic and devotional value for the residents of Manzanilla. It is a point of interest both for those who seek to learn about the municipality’s artistic heritage and for devotees who keep alive the tradition surrounding the worship of the Child Jesus.
The Morabito de Manzanilla is one of the town’s most emblematic monuments, located in the center of Plaza de Andalucía, the nerve center of the municipality. It was built during the first third of the 20th century and, although it currently serves no specific function, it stands out for its architectural and symbolic value.
This circular temple is made of fired clay bricks and decorated with indigo-colored tiles, forming geometric motifs of Arabic inspiration. The structure is crowned with a hemispherical dome, topped by a ceramic element that enhances its aesthetics.
Inside, it houses an old well, which was once used to irrigate the square. Although its original function has disappeared, the Morabito has become a symbol of identity for the inhabitants of Manzanilla, serving as a meeting point and reference point in the daily life of the town.
Surrounded by important buildings such as the Town Hall and the Market, the Morabito not only embellishes the square, but also evokes the history and traditions of Manzanilla, consolidating itself as a testimony to the cultural legacy of the town.
The Cruz del Camino del Puerto is one of Manzanilla’s most representative festivals, celebrated annually in May. This celebration is part of the traditional Cruces de Mayo, a cultural event deeply rooted in the region of Condado de Huelva.
During one of the weekends in May, the town is decorated to pay homage to the Holy Cross. The festivities include religious activities, such as the veneration and procession of the cross, as well as recreational and cultural events that encourage the participation of residents and visitors.
The Cruz del Camino del Puerto celebration stands out for its ability to combine tradition, devotion, and conviviality, establishing itself as an unmissable event in Manzanilla’s festive calendar.
The Cruz del Camino del Campo (Cross of the Country Road) is one of the most deeply rooted festivals in Manzanilla, celebrated annually in July. This celebration is part of the traditional May Crosses, a deeply rooted cultural event in the Condado de Huelva region. Although the May Crosses are traditionally celebrated in May, in Manzanilla, the Cruz del Camino del Campo (Cross of the Country Road) takes place in July, adapting to local traditions.
During the holiday weekend, the town is decorated to pay homage to the Holy Cross. The festive events include religious activities, such as the veneration and procession of the cross, as well as recreational and cultural events that encourage the participation of residents and visitors.
The celebration of the Cruz del Camino del Campo (Cross of the Country Road) stands out for its ability to combine tradition, devotion, and coexistence, establishing itself as an essential event in Manzanilla’s festive calendar.
Located on Rafael de la Haba Street, the Rectory House of Manzanilla, together with the old granary, constitutes a valuable architectural and agricultural complex that forms part of the municipality’s heritage. It is a manor house that could date back to 1787, representative of the stately architecture linked to agricultural activity and ecclesiastical power of the time.
The main façade corresponds to the rectory and stands out for its marked horizontality and asymmetrical layout. It is vertically articulated by six pilasters, between which the composition of openings and ornamental elements is organized. The central doorway, a linteled opening, is enhanced by two Doric-Tuscan pilasters, above which there is an entablature with a Doric frieze decorated with cornices and metopes.
Above this structure is an elegant projecting window with wrought iron grilles, flanked by two side finials bearing the emblem of the Cathedral Chapter of Seville, reinforcing the house’s connection with the Church. The upper section features rich geometric decoration in shades of ochre and red ochre, which contrasts with the traditional whitewashed lower section, giving the building a unique and harmonious aesthetic.
The Rectory and the adjacent granary bear witness to the economic and religious splendor that characterized Manzanilla in the 18th century, being a clear example of the type of architecture that combines agricultural functionality and stately residence. Its preservation allows visitors to delve into the history of the municipality and the social and economic organization of rural Andalusia at the time.
La Casa del Telar is a historic building located on Doctor Fleming Street in Manzanilla. It forms part of the architectural complex linked to the Osorno family, one of the most influential in the municipality. Its name comes from an old sewing workshop that it housed, where the women of the village gathered to make embroidery and other textile crafts, an activity that continued until the mid-20th century.
In addition to its function as a textile workshop, the Casa del Telar also played a role in olive oil production, housing an oil mill. For this reason, it has been recognized as part of Andalusia’s historical heritage due to its ethnological importance.
Today, the Casa del Telar is a living testimony to the history of Manzanilla, reflecting the evolution of the municipality’s economic and social activities. Its preservation allows visitors to appreciate traditional architecture and better understand the customs and ways of life of bygone eras.
The Bodega del Diezmo is one of the most representative elements of Manzanilla’s historical and wine-making heritage. Part of the old Rectory complex, this building embodies the close relationship between wine-making and the ecclesiastical institutions that shaped local history.
Located on the central Calle Santa María, the winery still preserves traces of its original layout, such as old mills that were part of its production structure. It stands out for its two facades of great architectural value: one of them features pilasters with pendants and is topped by a triangular element crowned with a wrought iron cross, while the other, with an original lobed finish, displays a relief with the coat of arms of the Seville Cathedral Chapter, to which this building historically belonged.
The Bodega del Diezmo is a magnificent example of a traditional urban winery in the County of Huelva, designed for the storage and treatment of wine, and linked to the economic and social evolution of the town.
This emblematic building has now been acquired by the Mancomunidad de Desarrollo Condado de Huelva (Huelva County Development Association), which will transfer it to the Manzanilla Town Council with the aim of integrating it into the future Huelva County Wine Route as a museum space, thus reinforcing its cultural and tourist value.
The building that currently houses Manzanilla Town Hall is part of the former Osorno palace, whose properties occupied an entire block. This building was constructed on top of the Soledad chapel, dating from 1708.
It consists of a single nave with three sections, of which only one of the originals remains, covered with a barrel vault with lunettes and transverse arches. Also preserved from its former use is the main chapel, covered by a vaulted ceiling. All of this is preceded by a two-story corridor, both with three arches, the lower ones resting on white marble columns with claw bases and castanet capitals, and the upper ones on Doric-Tuscan columns.
The building began to be used as a town hall in 1929. In 1994, a complete renovation was undertaken, based on a project by Francisco José López Amate.
