We have unveiled the new lighting scheme for the Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción in Cuenca
The Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción in Villanueva de la Jara (Cuenca) has unveiled a new decorative lighting scheme thanks to a collaboration between the Iberdrola España Foundation, Villanueva de la Jara Town Council and the Diocese of Cuenca.
The project, with funding of 150,000 euros, has resulted in lighting that highlights the Basilica’s exterior architectural and ornamental features, showcasing the historical and cultural heritage of Castilla-La Mancha.
The project involved a state-of-the-art LED lighting refurbishment that will reduce the Basilica’s energy consumption and CO₂ emissions.
To achieve a soft, warm light that highlights the late-Gothic architecture of the church – emphasising its significant ashlar masonry – as well as features such as the plant motifs on the Basilica’s original façade, the rose window, the mullion and a small sculpture of the Virgin and Child in a niche, a total of 79 light fittings have been installed throughout the exterior, with a total installed power of 4,478 W.
This project helps to protect the diocesan heritage, showcase its architecture and enhance the spiritual and religious significance for which it was built.
This agreement forms part of the wide-ranging programme designed for 2026 to mark the 125th anniversary of Iberdrola’s founding, which ranges from art exhibitions, music festivals and technology showcases to social events. Under the slogan 125 light years, the company will launch initiatives to bring its legacy closer to society as a whole and, above all, to convey its vision, its outlook for the future and its strong commitment to the communities in which it operates.
