Iglesia de Santo Tomás de Cantorbery, Gothic church in Sabugo district, Avilés, Spain
Iglesia de Santo Tomás de Cantorbery is a Gothic church with two pointed towers and three naves divided by pointed arches. The main nave receives light from windows above, and a symphonic organ sits in the choir for performances.
Built between 1895 and 1903, the church rose on the land where La Merced Convent once stood, which had changed hands several times after 1836. Its construction was part of the growth and modernization of the Sabugo neighbourhood during Asturias' industrial boom.
Inside, you will find several altarpieces created by regional artist Félix Granda Buylla, which show how local religious art was woven into the building. These works reveal the artistic traditions that mattered to the community.
The church can be visited during regular services, and organ concerts occasionally take place in the choir area. Take your time to look around, observe the arch details and the artwork on the walls, and be respectful of any ongoing worship.
The two towers have subtly different shapes and proportions, reflecting changes made during construction over several years. Few visitors notice that the towers tell a story of how the design evolved while the building was being completed.
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