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If there is a visual landmark in Torrevieja that exemplifies the fusion of past and present, it can be seen in the striking architectural contrast between the city's two main churches. In developing its tourism industry, Torrevieja has always tried to strike a delicate balance between its historical heritage and the demands of modern visitors. The two very different faces of these churches illustrate this perfectly.
The construction of the Sagrado Corazón de Jesús church in 2007, located in Plaza de Oriente, represents a clear look toward the future. Despite its modernism with its nearly sterile color and perfect symmetry, the church also incorporates some architectural elements that nod to the past. The four slender towers and the design of the glass openings recall elements of Arab architecture.
The church in Plaza de la Constitución appears much more traditional. Yet this iconic structure is relatively young. In its current form, it has only existed since 1844, after the previous church was destroyed by an earthquake. The only similarities to the Sagrado Corazón church are its symmetry and use of towers. Notably, the church was built using stones from its destroyed predecessor and also from an old watchtower on the coast, which was also demolished by the earthquake.
