Monumental church complex of Sant Pere de Terrassa

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Monumental church complex of Sant Pere de Terrassa, Medieval religious complex in Terrassa, Spain

The Sant Pere complex contains three separate churches: Sant Pere, Sant Miquel, and Santa Maria, each displaying Romanesque architectural elements from different periods.

The site evolved from a Roman settlement named Egara into an episcopal center during the 5th century, maintaining religious significance through various architectural modifications.

The church of Sant Miquel preserves rare 6th-century mural paintings in its apse, representing early Christian artistic expressions in the region.

Visitors can explore the complex from Tuesday to Saturday, with specialized guided tours occurring on the third Saturday of each month.

The church complex sits at the intersection of two ancient streams within Parc de Vallparadís, incorporating remains of the original Roman basilica beneath its structure.

Location: Terrassa

Inception: 12 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 41.56694,2.01861

Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:47

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