Cóll facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cóll
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 Cóll
Location in Catalonia
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| Autonomous community |  Catalonia |
| Province | Lleida |
| Comarca | Alta Ribagorça |
| Municipality | Vall de Boí |
| Elevation | 1,180 m (3,870 ft) |
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| • Total | 37 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
25527
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Cóll is a tiny village located in the beautiful region of Catalonia, Spain. It's found in the province of Lleida, which is in the northeastern part of the country. Cóll is nestled in a lovely valley. This valley is part of the Vall de Boí area. The village sits high up in the mountains, about 1,180 meters (or 3,871 feet) above sea level. It's a very small and peaceful place. In 2008, only 37 people called Cóll home!
Discovering Santa Maria Church
One of the most interesting things about Cóll is its old church. It's called the Church of Santa Maria. This church was built a very long time ago, in the 12th century. That means it's over 800 years old!
What is Romanesque Architecture?
The Church of Santa Maria is a great example of Romanesque architecture. This was a popular style of building in Europe during the Middle Ages. Romanesque churches often look very strong and solid. They usually have thick walls and rounded arches.
Inside the Church
The main part of the church, called the nave, has a special kind of ceiling. It's shaped like a half-cylinder, which is known as a barrel vault. This type of ceiling was common in Romanesque buildings. The church also has a tall bell tower. Bell towers were important for calling people to worship. They also helped people find the church from far away.
See also
In Spanish: Coll (España) para niños
