Church of Santiago de Gobiendes facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Church of Saint James of Gobiendes Iglesia de Santiago de Gobiendes
Religion
Affiliation	Roman Catholic
Province	Asturias
Ecclesiastical or organizational status	Church
Year consecrated	9th century
Location
Location	Gobiendes, Spain
Architecture
Architectural type	Church
Architectural style	Pre-Romanesque
Specifications
Length	26 metres (85 ft)
Width	12 metres (39 ft)
Width (nave)	8.6 metres (28 ft)

The Church of Saint James of Gobiendes (known in Spanish as Iglesia de Santiago de Gobiendes) is a very old Roman Catholic church. You can find it in Gobiendes, a small town near Colunga in Asturias, Spain. This church was built a long, long time ago, during the rule of King Alfonso II of Asturias. It's a great example of a special kind of building style called Pre-Romanesque Asturian architecture.

Discovering the Church of Saint James

This ancient church is a significant landmark in the region of Asturias. It stands as a reminder of the early history of Christian art and building in Spain. The church is dedicated to Saint James, an important figure in Christian tradition.

How Old is This Special Church?

The Church of Saint James of Gobiendes was built in the 9th century. This means it is over 1,100 years old! It was constructed when Alfonso II of Asturias was king. His reign was a time when many important buildings were created in Asturias.

What Does Pre-Romanesque Architecture Mean?

The church shows a building style called Pre-Romanesque. This style came before the more famous Romanesque style. In Asturias, it means buildings often have strong, simple shapes. They use local materials and have unique decorations. This church is a perfect example of this early Asturian style.

Keeping History Alive: Restorations Over Time

Over its long history, the Church of Saint James of Gobiendes has needed repairs. It had a big update in 1853. Later, it was restored again in 1946 and then in 1983. These efforts help keep this important historical building safe for future generations to see and learn from.

See also

• Asturian architecture
• Catholic Church in Spain

In Spanish: Iglesia de Santiago (Gobiendes) para niños