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Church of Santa María de Celón
Church of Santa María de Celón is located in Spain
Church of Santa María de Celón
Church of Santa María de Celón
Location in Spain
43°14′27″N 6°34′56″W / 43.24083°N 6.58222°W / 43.24083; -6.58222
Location Asturias,  Spain

The Church of Santa María de Celón (which in Spanish is Iglesia de Santa María de Celón) is a special kind of church. It is a Roman Catholic parish church built in the Romanesque style.

This church is located in the diocese of Celón. You can find it in the municipality of Allande, which is part of the Asturias community in Spain.

What is Romanesque Style?

The Romanesque style was popular a long time ago. It was used for buildings between the 11th and 13th centuries. Churches built in this style often have thick walls. They also feature round arches and sturdy pillars. These buildings were made to be strong and last a long time.

Location and Importance

The Church of Santa María de Celón is in a beautiful part of Spain. Asturias is known for its green landscapes. The church serves the local community in Celón. It is a place for people to gather and worship.

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If you want to learn more about the Church of Santa María de Celón, you can check out this page in Spanish: Iglesia de Santa María de Celón para niños

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