Igreja Paroquial de Valença
Igreja Paroquial de Valença, Romanesque parish church in the fortified district of Valença, Portugal.
The stone church features semi-circular arches, thick walls, barrel vaults, and robust pillars that define its Romanesque architectural design.
The church construction in the 16th century marked a period of religious expansion within the fortified border area between Portugal and Spain.
The church interior contains educational artwork and sculptures that communicated religious narratives to communities during periods of low literacy rates.
The church entrance stands at Largo de Santa Maria dos Anjos, with external parking facilities available for visitors to the religious site.
The structure combines multiple architectural influences, including Romanesque, late-Baroque, neoclassical, and revival elements developed across centuries.
Location: Valença, Cristelo Covo e Arão
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.03250,-8.64556
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:06
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