Church of Santiago (Sama) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Church of Santiago (Sama)
Iglesia de Santiago
The Church of Santiago in 2013
Location	Sama, Langreo, Asturias, Spain
Architecture
Architectural type	Neo-Gothic
Years built	19th century (original) 1950s (rebuild)
Closed	October 1934 (1934-10) (original)

The Church of Santiago (pronounced ee-GLEY-see-ah day san-tee-AH-go) is a beautiful church in the town of Sama, located in Langreo, Asturias, Spain. It's known for its special Neo-Gothic style. This means it looks like the grand Gothic churches from the Middle Ages, but it was actually built much later.

A Look at the Church of Santiago

The Church of Santiago is an important building in Sama. It stands out because of its unique Neo-Gothic design. This architectural style brings back the tall, pointed arches and detailed decorations often seen in medieval cathedrals.

What is Neo-Gothic Architecture?

Neo-Gothic, or Gothic Revival, is a style of building that became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. Architects wanted to bring back the look of medieval Gothic buildings. They used features like:

• Tall, pointed windows
• Ribbed vaults (special ceilings)
• Detailed stone carvings
• High towers and spires

The Church of Santiago is a great example of how this style was used in Spain. It shows how builders in the 19th and 20th centuries were inspired by history.

History of the Church

The Church of Santiago has an interesting past. The first church on this spot was built in the 19th century. It was dedicated to San Eulogio and had a simpler design than the one you see today.

The Original Church

The first church was built with a similar layout to the current one. However, it was not as tall or as grand. It served the community of Sama for many years.

Rebuilding After Damage

Sadly, the original church was badly damaged in October 1934 during a difficult time in Spain's history. After this event, the community worked to rebuild their church. The new and current Church of Santiago was constructed in the 1950s. It was designed in the Neo-Gothic style, making it taller and more impressive than the first building. This new church became a symbol of hope and recovery for the town.

See also

• Asturian art
• Catholic Church in Spain