Awe-inspiring archaeological artifacts housed within Ávila's repurposed Santo

The ancient Church of Santo Tomé el Viejo, situated in Ávila, Spain, dates back to before the 12th century. Initially serving as a Catholic church, it underwent significant changes over the centuries. In the 16th century, a gate was opened up when the Gate of El Obispo was closed, and the church was moved opposite to it. The church was remodeled at the end of the 12th century in the Romanesque style. After the desamortización de 1835, the church was converted into a workshop and service station. In 1960, it reverted to the Spanish state, which linked it to the provincial museum, of which it is now a visitable storage area. Today, Santo Tomé el Viejo Church functions as an annex to the Museum of Ávila, located within the historic center of the city.

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