Romanesque Churches Of Spain
Below is an illustrated index of the 6 Romanesque Churches of Spain profiled on Sacred Destinations so far. For photo credits, please see corresponding articles.
Avila, Castile and LeonÁvila's fortress-like cathedral was begun in the Romanesque style in the 12th century and later continued in the Gothic style, resulting in intriguing combination of styles and materials.
Avila, Castile and LeonThis splendid Romanesque basilica outside the walls of Ávila marks the site of the martyrdom of St. Vincent by the Romans.
Segovia, Castile and LeonAn attractive 13th-century Romanesque church outside the old walls near the aqueduct. Inside are Romanesque frescoes.
Segovia, Castile and LeonBuilt between 1111 and 1124, this fine Romanesque church just outside the walls is one of the oldest churches in the city. It features a mozarab tower, open porticoes, figurative carvings and interior frescoes.
Barcelona, CataloniaThe church of "St. Paul of the Countryside" is the oldest church in Barcelona and a rare example of Romanesque architecture in Catalonia. Once surrounded by green fields, it is now in the city center.
Santiago de Compostela, GaliciaMedieval pilgrims walked for months to Santiago Cathedral, home of the relics of St. James. It has a Baroque facade and magnificent Romanesque portals.
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