Church of Sant Bartomeu, Benicarló, Baroque Catholic parish church in Benicarló, Spain
Description
The Church of Sant Bartomeu is a stone-built baroque building with an octagonal tower and a monumental entrance portal. Inside, it features a single nave, a transept, and interconnected chapels positioned between the buttresses that create the visual effect of side aisles.
History
Construction of this building began in 1724 and finished in 1743, replacing an earlier religious structure that stood on the same site. The decades-long building process reflects how important this project was to the town's religious and civic identity.
Culture
The church is named after Saint Bartholomew, the town's patron saint, and this connection shapes how locals view the building. You can see his statue displayed prominently on the facade, showing how the religious dedication remains central to community identity.
Practical
The building is easy to locate thanks to its distinctive octagonal tower, which serves as a landmark from different parts of town. The interior layout is straightforward, allowing visitors to move through the main areas and chapels without difficulty.
Did you know?
Inside the church are a silver monstrance from the 18th century and a gilded silver processional cross, both important religious objects. These fine pieces demonstrate the level of artistic detail that was typical for important parish churches of that period.
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