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Sant Joan de Toran, Romanesque church in Canejan, Spain

The Sant Joan de Toran church stands at 1018 meters elevation in the Val d'Aran region, featuring classical stone architecture and mountain surroundings.

During medieval times, the church served as a religious center for local communities, reflecting the expansion of Romanesque construction across the Pyrenees region.

The church maintains regular celebrations of Saint John's Day on June 23rd, incorporating both religious ceremonies and traditional Aranese customs.

The church building opens to visitors from April through October, with guided tours available through the Canejan municipal office by advance reservation.

The church bell tower contains an original bronze bell from the 12th century that still rings for special occasions throughout the year.

Location: Canejan

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Elevation above the sea: 1,018 m

GPS coordinates: 42.82388,0.79593

Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:51

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