Church of Santa Maria de Porqueres
Church of Santa Maria de Porqueres, Romanesque church in Porqueres, Spain.
The Church of Santa Maria de Porqueres stands on a small hill east of the lake, featuring robust stone walls and traditional Romanesque architectural elements.
The church's documented history dates back to 906, with its consecration ceremony taking place on April 5, 1182, under Bishop Ramon Orasull of Girona.
The interior contains a stone baptismal font, Baroque images of saints including Saint Anthony of Padua, and a stone bench along the nave walls.
Visitors can find the church at Carrer Rectoria de Porqueres in the Banyoles district, with restaurants and accommodations available in the surrounding area.
The church portal received national monument status in 1931, displaying a structure that extends beyond the facade plane toward the sacred space.
Location: Porqueres
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.12183,2.74855
Latest update: April 2, 2025 10:50
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