Church of San Lorenzo de Vallejo de Mena, Burgos

The church features a semicircular apse divided by eight pillars with Lombard-style arches and five detailed windows along its perimeter.

The temple was donated to the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem by Doña Endrequina de Mena during the late 12th century construction period.

Three ornate facades display intricate sculptures depicting centaurs, knights, pilgrims with shells and staffs, and biblical scenes including Adam and Eve.

The church stands at coordinates 43.084722, -3.301389, located 111 kilometers northeast of Burgos city and accessible via Camino Vallejo road.

Local clergy members gather every Tuesday following Saint Michael's feast day to commemorate Doña Endrequina, maintaining this tradition for 400 years.

Location: Valle de Mena

Inception: 12 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.08472,-3.30139

Latest update: March 10, 2025 08:59