Iglesia de San Nicolás, Baroque church in Avilés, Spain
The Iglesia de San Nicolás stands with its stone walls, featuring a north façade portal that combines Romanesque and Gothic architectural elements.
Founded on January 17, 1201, the church began as a Franciscan monastery positioned strategically outside the fortified walls of medieval Avilés.
The church maintains complete parish archives dating from 1599, documenting centuries of religious ceremonies, community events, and local history.
Located in Plaza de Domingo Álvarez Acebal within the pedestrian historic center, the church offers wheelchair access through a secondary entrance with a ramp.
The church houses an ancient Roman baptismal font crafted from an alabaster Corinthian capital, representing a rare artifact from the Roman Empire period.
Location: Avilés
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 43.55736,-5.92117
Latest update: March 7, 2025 00:38
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