The slender tower that takes you back to the 16th century

The slender tower that takes you back to the 16th century

Stepping into the Church of San Juan Bautista in Rodilana is like stepping back in time, with its intricate plaster decoration and oval-shaped dome over trompe l'œil frescoes.

The Church of San Juan Bautista, located in Rodilana, Valladolid, Castilla y León, Spain, is a Catholic church dedicated to San Juan Bautista. Built in the second half of the 16th century, it received the classification of Bien de Interés Cultural on October 21, 2013. The church stands out with its slender tower over the urban casco, especially its slender tower. The interior of the church features an oval-shaped dome over trompe l'œil frescoes. Jerónimo Corral de Villalpando created the rich decoration of plaster in the head of the church. The plaster decoration in the head of the church is the most significant element of the complex. Though the building's history is centuries old, it continues to be an important part of the local community, serving as a place of worship and a symbol of the region's heritage.

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Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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