Santuari de Sant Pere del Bosc, church building in Lloret de Mar, Spain
The Santuari de Sant Pere del Bosc is a large complex in Lloret de Mar surrounded by trees in a wooded area, featuring a mix of architectural styles from different periods. It includes a three-story church with a terrace, a chapel, a residence, several outbuildings, and a monument dedicated to a local benefactor.
The site began as a small chapel or hermitage from the 11th century, later known as Sant Pere Salou and inhabited by Benedictine monks until the late 1600s when they merged with another community following attacks by French troops. The current church was rebuilt in 1759 in baroque style and later expanded and decorated during the 1800s by a wealthy man who had returned from Cuba.
The name links Saint Peter with the woodland setting that defines the place. Today, the complex reflects the generosity of Nicolau Font, a local benefactor whose initials appear on the windows of the adjoining house, now operating as a restaurant.
The site is surrounded by wooded paths that invite exploration, and the adjoining restaurant offers a place to rest and eat. Visiting on quieter days helps you enjoy the peaceful setting without disturbance.
Inside the church lies a special crypt made of marble and malachite serving as the tomb of the benefactor, revealing the wealth that one person could contribute to shaping this place. On the grounds stands a cross designed by Josep Puig i Cadafalch, connecting the site to Catalan architectural history.
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