The Church-Fortress of Saint Benedict, could be the most interesting building that Vicar has, although it is certainly not the only one.
It is a religious-war structure, built in Mudejar style in 1559, during the mandate of Antonio Corrionero, the Bishop of Almeria.
The building is located in the “Villa de Vicar” which is the capital of the municipality, an area with Alpujarra characteristics, located in the Sierra de Gador.
Perhaps what has suffered most deterioration of the entire structure is the tower as it was the center of attacks during the invasions. It is estimated that the greatest damage suffered by the tower was due to the Rebellion of the Moorish, which took place in the Alpujarras, in the year 1569.
In 1647, this temple was restored and Mudejar elements were included in all its areas, adding great beauty and increasing its architectural value.
As for the images that it has inside, the church of Vicar has a carved Christ of Health, which is one of the patron saints of the city. They are honoured with traditional festivals that are held in the month of September.