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Church of San Agustín
Iglesia parroquial de San Agustín
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General information
Type church
Classification Bien de Interés Cultural
Address Calle de Joaquín Costa [es]
Town or city Madrid
Country Spain
Coordinates 40°26′44″N 3°41′14″W / 40.44566389°N 3.687275°W / 40.44566389; -3.687275
Construction started 1946
Completed 1950
Design and construction
Architect Luis Moya Blanco [es]

The Church of San Agustín is a beautiful Roman Catholic church. You can find it in Madrid, Spain.

It is a special building known for its interesting design. Many people consider it an important example of architecture from the 1900s.

About the Church of San Agustín

The Church of San Agustín is a place of worship for Roman Catholics. It is located on a street called Calle de Joaquín Costa [es]. This street is in the El Viso neighborhood of Madrid.

The church was designed by a famous architect named Luis Moya Blanco [es]. He created the plans for the church in 1941. Building the church started a few years later, in 1946. It took about four years to finish, with construction ending in 1950.

Why is this church special?

The Church of San Agustín is considered very important. Experts say it is one of the best examples of religious buildings from the 20th century in the Community of Madrid.

Because of its importance, the church received a special title in 2019. It was declared a Bien de Interés Cultural. This Spanish phrase means "Property of Cultural Interest." It is a special protection status given to important historical or artistic sites in Spain. This helps make sure the church is preserved for future generations.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Iglesia de San Agustín (Madrid) para niños

  • Catholic Church in Spain
  • List of oldest church buildings
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