Santa María Church

Campoo de Enmedio, Spain

Santa María Church in Retortillo dates from the 13th century and the original structure is mainly survived.

Religious sites in Spain

Address

Calle Nuestra Señora 1, Campoo de Enmedio, Spain

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Spain

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jose Antonio Gonzalez Nieto (3 years ago)
The 12th-century church stands on the ruins of the Roman city of Juliobriga, vying for the same piece of land. The apse has three semicircular windows (the central one on columns with carved capitals) and very deteriorated corbels. The doorway is very simple and small with plain archivolts, but above it there is a relocated tympanum with figures of animals and angels. The belfry of three campaigns has an external access staircase that culminates in a small platform with good views.

Jörge (5 years ago)
Beautiful church on the remains of the Roman forum of Juliobriga. Its necropolis and the ovens used to create the bells are preserved

Alicia jauregui garcia (5 years ago)
Highly recommended place (reproduction of a Pompeii villa), very competent, friendly and detailed guides. With children it is interesting.

Nicolás Martín (5 years ago)
Pretty Romanesque church on Roman ruins

JORGE GLEZ (5 years ago)
A magnificent place to visit. Very good conservation.

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