Sant Julià d'Altura, Medieval parish church in northwestern Sabadell, Spain.
Sant Julià d'Altura is a parish church in northwestern Sabadell built on a ridge overlooking the surrounding landscape. The building sits between a road and a ravine, with a mixture of architectural elements added across different periods.
The church is first mentioned in a document from 1055, showing it was already an established place of worship by the 11th century. Over subsequent centuries, the building was modified with new materials and styles, including Gothic and Baroque elements.
The church reflects how local people practiced their faith and organized their religious community through the centuries. Both the building and the medieval burial ground show the central role this place held in people's spiritual lives.
Reaching the church involves walking along a path that starts from the Sabadell-Matadepera road, so plan for a walk through rural terrain. Wear sturdy shoes and come prepared for outdoor conditions along the way.
Excavations in the 1990s uncovered a medieval burial ground with 27 skeletons from the 12th century, along with bronze coins and ritual objects. These finds provide insight into how people lived and were buried in the area during that time.
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