Nestled within the picturesque town of Albanyà, Spain, stands the ancient church of Sant Corneli de Ribelles. This historically significant site, which dates back to the 9th century, features a single nave, marked by a pointed vault, and displays remarkable remnants of the northern and southern walls, the triumphal arch, and the eastern absis. Sant Corneli de Ribelles is recognized as part of the Inventory of Catalonia’s Architectural Heritage, making it an intriguing exploration for history enthusiasts.
During the late 18th century, French Catholics found solace in this church for baptizing their children in the Alta Garrotxa region. Originally, Sant Corneli de Ribelles was affiliated with the nearby parish of Sant Julià de Ribelles, which, by the 18th century, had already been annexed to Sant Llorenç d’Oix. Mentioned in accounts as 'Sancti Corneli de Ribellis' in the 1278 sale of a house by Bernat Hug de Serrallonga to Raimond, abbot of the Monastery of Santa Maria de Besalú, Sant Corneli de Ribelles provides a captivating journey into the past.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Nik Frost
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