Basilica of la Asunción de Nuestra Señora

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Basilica of la Asunción de Nuestra Señora, Gothic minor basilica in Colmenar Viejo, Spain

The church displays pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses characteristic of Gothic architecture, complemented by Renaissance elements throughout its stone structure.

Construction of the basilica began in 1480, marking the architectural transition from medieval to early modern periods in the Madrid region.

The basilica houses a sixteenth-century altarpiece and functions as the central location for religious celebrations in Colmenar Viejo throughout the year.

Located 30 kilometers north of Madrid, the basilica opens daily for religious services and receives visitors interested in architectural heritage.

The bell tower contains multiple bronze bells that have marked time for the community since the original construction of the church.

Location: Colmenar Viejo

Inception: 1480

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Website: http://basilicacolmenar.com

GPS coordinates: 40.65774,-3.76643

Latest update: March 10, 2025 02:29

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