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Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos

Calle Mayor

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Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos (Calamocha)
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Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos

The Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos is situated on Calle Mayor in the town of Calamocha, Spain.

Location

  • The Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos is situated on Calle Mayor in the town of Calamocha, Spain.

History

Santo Domingo de Silos is a municipality and town located in the province of Burgos, Castile and León, Spain. The church itself is believed to have been constructed in the 12th century.

Architecture

  • The Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos is an example of Romanesque architecture.
  • Its construction year is not certain, but it is reported to date from the early medieval period.
  • The building features a distinctive tower and a nave with a single aisle.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The church is affiliated with the Roman Catholic denomination. It is a place of worship for the local community and is considered an important site in the region's religious heritage.

Architect and Notable Features

Unfortunately, no information is available on the architect responsible for the construction of the Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos.

  • The church features several notable architectural elements, including its tower and nave.
  • The interior of the building is reportedly simple and unadorned, with a focus on functionality rather than decoration.

Organ and Bells

No information is available on the organ or bells within the Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos.

Heritage Status

The church is part of a larger heritage listing for the conjunto histórico, which preserves the village. The municipality as a whole has a population of 292 inhabitants, according to the 2004 census.

Visiting Information

The Iglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos is open to visitors. Its opening hours are not specified, but it is reportedly accessible to visitors with mobility issues.

Notable Artworks or Relics

Unfortunately, no information is available on notable artworks or relics within the church.

Details

NameIglesia de Santo Domingo de Silos
CityCalamocha
CountrySpain
Coordinates40.958553, -1.2717977
Current useplace of worship
Accessibletrue