Delve into the Enigmatic Gallery Surrounding the 12th-century Church of San

Delve into the Enigmatic Gallery Surrounding the 12th-century Church of San

Unveil the intriguing Church of San Martín in Segovia, a remarkable 12th-century relic, which houses a unique gallery that encircles the church with the exception of the choir. Peek inside!

Nestled on Juan Bravo Street, the Church of San Martín in Segovia stands as a 12th-century historical artifact between the city's cathedral and the Roman aqueduct. The church showcases a blend of Romanesque and Mozarab architectural elements, undergoing renovations such as replacing its central apse. It maintains its original three naves, a crucero adorned with a brick dome, and a three-part choir. The church tower exemplifies a rare Romanesque-Mudéjar style, while the gallery portico that encircles every inch but the choir, a rare and noteworthy feature, is distinctive. This gallery features semicircular arches resting on Romanesque columns and boasts a western portico, one of the largest in Spanish Romanesque, without an entrance. Intricate vegetable motifs adorn the Old Testament figures sculpted along the western portada's five archivoltas.

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Written by Nik Frost

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