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Sant Pere de les Maleses

Túnal de Sant Pere de les Maleses

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Sant Pere de les Maleses (la Pobla de Segur)
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Sant Pere de les Maleses

The Sant Pere de les Maleses is a historic church located in La Pobla de Segur, Pallars Jussà, Province of Lleida, Catalonia, Spain.

Overview

  • The monastery was first mentioned in 868 when it was dedicated to St. Andrew and was donated to St. Vincent of Oveix, the abbot of Attila.
  • During the tenth or eleventh century it ceased to be owned by Oveix and was rededicated to St. Peter.
  • It later fell under ownership of Santa Maria de Gerri, and lost its status as a monastery.
  • The church was secularized in 1592 and from then on became a simple church.

History

The Sant Pere de les Maleses is an example of Romanesque architecture. The exact construction year is not certain, but it is believed to date from the eleventh century. The building features a unique cave monastery design, typical of Benedictine monasteries in the region.

Architecture

  • The Sant Pere de les Maleses is an example of Romanesque architecture.
  • The exact construction year is not certain, but it is believed to date from the eleventh century.
  • The building features a unique cave monastery design, typical of Benedictine monasteries in the region.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The Sant Pere de les Maleses is a Catholic church, dedicated to St. Peter. It has been an important place of worship for the local community since its secularization in 1592.

Notable Features

  • The church features a unique cave monastery design, typical of Benedictine monasteries in the region.
  • The building's architecture is characteristic of Romanesque style.

Organ and Bells Information

Information on the organ and bells is not available.

Heritage Status

The Sant Pere de les Maleses has been designated as a protected historic monument. Its exact heritage status is not specified, but it is widely recognized as an important cultural and historical landmark in Catalonia.

Visiting Info

  • Address: Túnal de Sant Pere de les Maleses
  • Country: Spain
  • Town: La Pobla de Segur

Notable Artworks or Relics

Information on notable artworks or relics is not available.

Details

NameSant Pere de les Maleses
Cityla Pobla de Segur
CountrySpain
Coordinates42.281746, 1.0243772
Current useCatholic church