Church of San Juan Bautista, Gothic Revival church in Arucas, Spain
The Church of San Juan Bautista is a Gothic Revival church building in Arucas with four spires and a central bell tower. It is constructed from dark stone material quarried locally on Gran Canaria and dominates the town's skyline.
Construction of this church began in 1909 under architect Manuel Vega i March, with building work extending over several decades. It was erected on a site where a parish church had existed since 1515, serving the local community.
The church serves as the spiritual and social center of Arucas, shaping the identity of the main square for local residents. Inside, religious artworks reveal how the community expressed its faith through centuries.
The church is located in the center of Arucas and is easily reached on foot from the town center. Visitors traveling from Las Palmas can use public transportation to reach the town.
Local farmers and stonemasons actively participated in building this church over many years, making it a community effort spanning generations. This shows how residents invested their labor and skills to construct their own place of worship.
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