The Iglesia de San Martín is a medieval structure located outside the walls of Ávila. It existed as early as the 13th century, during which time it served as a parish. Over the centuries, the building underwent many modifications, including works in 1542, 1666, and 1700, the latter of which involved the renovation of the main chapel.
In 1998, during renovation works, Románico walls and paintings were discovered inside the building. It was declared a national historical-artistic monument on June 29, 1983, and currently holds the status of a good of cultural interest. In 1985, it was declared a World Heritage site as an individual element of the Old Town of Ávila and the extra-muros churches.
The building is known for its slender tower, which consists of different sections. The first body is made of berroqueña stone, while the upper part is made of brick. The bell tower follows Gothic traditions with Mudéjar influences, featuring pointed openings formed by decreasing horseshoe-shaped archivolts framed by an alfiz.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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