La Vera Cruz Church, Religious monument in San Marcos district, Segovia, Spain
The church features a dodecagonal design surrounding a central two-story shrine, complemented by three apses and a square tower with bell housing.
The Order of the Holy Sepulchre constructed this religious building in 1208, although local traditions attribute its establishment to the Knights Templar.
The interior walls contain remnants of medieval paintings, while the high altar displays a Gothic altarpiece from 1516 depicting scenes of Christ.
The Knights of Malta maintain regular religious services in the church, with special ceremonies taking place during Good Friday celebrations.
The church housed a wooden fragment believed to be from Jesus Christ's cross until 1692, when it was transferred to Zamarramala parish.
Location: Segovia
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.95571,-4.13227
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:23
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