Basilica of Saint Joseph Oriol facts for kids
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Església de Sant Josep Oriol
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 Basilica of Saint Joseph Oriol
Location in Barcelona
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| 41°23′1″N 2°9′28″E / 41.38361°N 2.15778°E | |
| Location | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain |
| Denomination | Catholic |
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| Status | Basilica |
| Dedication | Saint Joseph Oriol |
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| Archdiocese | Barcelona |
The Basilica of Saint Joseph Oriol is a beautiful and important basilica located in Barcelona, Catalonia, in Spain. A basilica is a special kind of church that has been given an important title by the Pope. People visit this basilica to learn about its history and admire its architecture.
History
Building the Church
Work on this church started a long time ago, in 1915. A famous architect named Enric Sagnier designed it. The church officially opened its doors in 1926. However, some parts, like the clock tower and the front of the building, were not finished until 1930.
On May 15, 1936, something very special happened. Pope Pius XI gave the church the title of "minor basilica." This made it the fifth church in Barcelona to receive such an honor.
Rebuilding After Damage
Sadly, in July 1936, the church was damaged by fire. This happened during a difficult time in Spain, known as the Spanish Civil War. After the war ended, people worked hard to rebuild the church. The reconstruction took a long time, about 12 years, to bring it back to its original beauty.
See also
In Spanish: Basílica de San José Oriol para niños
