The Interpretation Centre, Casa Santa is a tribute to the Holy Martyrs Emeterio and Celedonio, who, like many christians under the rule of the emperor Diocletian, were persecuted and martyred for their faith. Beheaded near the river Cidacos, Emeterio and Celedonio went from roman legionaries to become Patrons of the city,. Its history, immortalized by the poet calagurritano Aurelio Prudencio Clemente, is recalled in this modern interpretation centre.
Located in the old town of Calahorra, la Casa Santa it stands on the site of the old chapel of the Holy Martyrs. Opened between 2010 and 2011, this modern building combines architectural elements, innovative, as its roof and doors made of steel Cortén, which give it a unique design and distinctive.
The centre is dedicated to the remembrance of early christianity in Calahorra, with special emphasis on the martyrdom of San Emeterio and San Celedonio. These martyrs were instrumental in the evangelization of the region, and his sacrifice is commemorated through an educational exhibition that allows visitors to understand the historical context of his life and death, as well as the influence they had in the city.
center Currently hosts the so-called inclusive Museum of Photography Beautiful.
It is a permanent exhibition of photography in which you can find a large collection of cameras, negatives, films, and varied material of interest that shows the evolution of the city in recent times. This space houses the funding of study and file Beautiful than the City of Calahorra received in donation in 2015.
in Addition to its exhibitions, the Interpretation Centre , Casa Santa it is distinguished by its inclusive approach. It is designed to be accessible to people with disabilities, with pavement podotáctil, stations, tactile, QR codes and subtitles.
Also offers the possibility to visit the museum, guided by, which allows groups to discover in depth the history of the Saints and Martyrs, and the fund ‘Beautiful’.
