Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción (Valdemoro) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of Señora de la Asunción |
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| Native name Spanish: Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción |
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| Location | Valdemoro, Spain |
| Built | 1764 |
| Architectural style(s) | Baroque |
| Official name: Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción | |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1981 |
| Reference no. | RI-51-0004445 |
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The Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción (which means Our Lady of the Assumption Church in Spanish) is a beautiful church located in Valdemoro, Spain. It's a very important building! In 1981, it was officially named a Bien de Interés Cultural. This means it's a special building that is protected because of its history and art.
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Discover the Church of Valdemoro
This church is a great example of Baroque style. It's a very grand and detailed way of building. The main part of the church, called the nave, is huge! It measures about 60 meters long and 28 meters wide. That's like a really long swimming pool! Along the sides, there are smaller rooms called side chapels.
What is Baroque Style?
Baroque architecture was popular a long time ago, especially in the 1600s and 1700s. It's known for being very fancy and dramatic. Think of lots of curves, detailed decorations, and grand designs. Churches built in this style often feel very impressive and inspiring.
Famous Art Inside
The main altar inside the church is truly special. It has amazing paintings by famous artists! One painting, called St. Peter of Verona, was made by Ramón Bayeu. Another important painting is The Assumption of the Virgin, created by Francisco Bayeu. And guess what? There's even a painting by the super famous artist Francisco Goya! His painting is called The Apparition of the Virgin to St. Julian. It's incredible to see art by such important painters in one place.
The Bell Tower
The church also has a tall bell tower. This tower was finished in 1764. Bell towers are often the tallest part of a church. They hold the bells that ring to call people to worship or to mark special times.
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