Iglesia de San Marcos, Jerez de la Frontera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Church of San Marcos |
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| Native name Spanish: Iglesia de San Marcos |
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| Location | Jerez de la Frontera, Spain |
| Official name: Iglesia de San Marcos | |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1931 |
| Reference no. | RI-51-0000496 |
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The Church of San Marcos is a beautiful old church in Jerez de la Frontera, a city in southern Spain. It is known for its amazing Gothic style. This church was officially named a Bien de Interés Cultural in 1931. This means it is a very important historical and cultural site in Spain.
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A Look Back: The Church's Story
How the Church Began
The Church of San Marcos has a long and interesting history. It started as one of six churches built by King Alfonso X of Castile. He founded these churches after he took control of the city in 1264.
Building the Church
The church you see today probably began being built in the mid-1300s. Its unique shape, like the back part called the apse, shows the Gothic style of that time. It also has a special entrance called a Mudéjar portal. This style mixes Christian and Islamic art. Some people think it might have been built on top of an older mosque.
We do not have many records about its building until the mid-1400s. At that time, it went through a big update. This renovation also used the late Gothic style, making the church even grander.
What the Church Looks Like
Outside the Church
The Church of San Marcos has three main entrances, called façades. The main entrance portal was added later, in the 1500s. This part of the church shows the Mannerist style. This style came after the Renaissance and has its own unique look.
Inside the Church
When you go inside, you will see a grand main altar. This altar was built in the 1700s and is in the Baroque style. Baroque art is known for being very detailed and dramatic.
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