Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao

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Church of San Francisco de Asís, Bilbao, Gothic Revival church in Abando district, Bilbao, Spain

The church features two tall towers, a central rose window on the main facade, and three longitudinal naves constructed from Mount Oiz sandstone.

Construction started in 1890 under architect Luis de Landecho, with the towers completed in 1906 and the central rose window finished in 1909.

The church serves as a key religious center in Bilbao, featuring Munich-crafted stained glass windows and Venetian mosaics depicting Saint Francis of Assisi.

Located at Hurtado de Amézaga 21, the church stands near Abando metro station and includes an elevated atrium accessed by stairs.

The church earned recognition as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and holds status as a protected Basque government heritage monument.

Location: Bilbao

Architects: Luis de Landecho

Architectural style: Gothic Revival, eclectic architecture

Made from material: sandstone

Part of: Camino del Norte

GPS coordinates: 43.25750,-2.93278

Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:59

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