Iglesia de Santa María de Baldós, Catholic church of the 13th century in Puente de Montañana, Spain.
Description
The Iglesia de Santa María de Baldós combines Romanesque and Gothic styles and sits at 569 meters elevation in the mountain landscape. It features a Latin cross layout with a cylindrical apse decorated with corbels.
History
Construction began in the 13th century on the site of an earlier church dedicated to Saint Martin, blending Romanesque and Gothic elements. The building arose during a transitional period between these two architectural styles.
Culture
The main portal displays reliefs showing capital sins on the left side and salvation through Christ on the right, telling a visual story of judgment and grace that visitors encounter upon entering.
Practical
The church is accessible to visitors exploring the mountain region and maintains regular opening hours for religious services and architectural visits. Wearing comfortable shoes is advisable since the building sits at elevated terrain.
Did you know?
The tympanum above the entrance shows a Pantocrator within a mandorla supported by two angels holding a book inscribed with 'LUX MUNDI'. This central image conveys deep theological meaning, representing Christ as the light of the world.
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