Església de Sant Genís dels Agudells, Medieval church in Horta-Guinardó, Barcelona, Spain.
Església de Sant Genís dels Agudells is a medieval church in Horta-Guinardó with a single nave, transept structure, and several side chapels. A distinctive arched stone doorway serves as the sole entry point to the interior.
The church is documented as existing from 931 onward, though the current building was constructed in 1571. It underwent major changes during the French War period that followed its construction.
The church serves the neighborhood as a place for traditional religious ceremonies and community gatherings. It remains one of Barcelona's oldest parishes still functioning today, shaping local life in this quarter.
The church is accessible by walking through the paths and roads surrounding Sant Genís dels Agudells neighborhood. Multiple pedestrian routes lead to it from the surrounding area, making it easy to reach on foot.
The adjacent cemetery is one of few privately maintained burial grounds in central Barcelona, containing graves from different periods. This burial ground stands apart from municipal cemeteries and preserves stories spanning several centuries.
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