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Iglesia de San Salvador

La Espina-Brañalonga

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Iglesia de San Salvador (Tineo)
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Iglesia de San Salvador

The Iglesia de San Salvador is a historic Roman Catholic church located in Tineo, Spain.

Overview

  • The church serves as a significant place of worship and cultural landmark for the town.

History

The church was built in 1525, making it one of the oldest churches in the region.

Architecture

The architectural style of the Iglesia de San Salvador is characteristic of Spanish colonial architecture, reflecting the influence of the Catholic Church during the colonial period.

The church's design and construction are believed to have been influenced by the indigenous Tineo people.

Location

The church is situated at La Espina-Brañalonga in Tineo, a town located in the Salvadoran highlands, surrounded by volcanoes.

The city of San Salvador, which is also known as Tineo, has a population of 525,990 inhabitants (2024) and serves as the capital and largest city of El Salvador.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The Iglesia de San Salvador is an important place of worship for Roman Catholics in the region.

The church is part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Salvador, which also includes many Protestant branches of Christianity, including Evangelicals, Baptists, and Pentecostals.

Notable Features

The church features a notable organ and bells, but specific details about these are not available.

Heritage Status

The Iglesia de San Salvador is listed as a heritage site, although the exact classification or designation is not specified in the provided data.

Visiting Information

Unfortunately, no information is available on the opening hours or accessibility of the church.

Details

NameIglesia de San Salvador
CityTineo
CountrySpain
Coordinates43.409176, -6.3543773
Current usesignificant place of worship and cultural landmark for the town