Iglesia de San Pedro, Teruel facts for kids
Quick facts for kids San Pedro Church |
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Iglesia de San Pedro
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San Pedro bell tower
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Roman Catholic Church |
| Status | Church |
| Location | |
| Location | Teruel, Spain |
| Architecture | |
| Architectural style | Romanesque, Mudéjar |
| UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
| Official name | Tower and church of San Pedro |
| Part of | Mudéjar Architecture of Aragon |
| Criteria | Cultural: (iv) |
| Inscription | 1986 (10th Session) |
| Extensions | 2001, 2016 |
| Type: | Non-movable |
| Criteria: | Monument |
| Designated: | 3 June 1931 |
| Reference #: | RI-51-0000926 |
San Pedro Church (called Iglesia de San Pedro in Spanish) is a really old church in Teruel, a city in northeastern Spain. It was built in the 1300s. Its tall bell tower is even older, from the 1200s!
What Makes San Pedro Church Special?
San Pedro Church and its tower show off two cool building styles. These are Romanesque and Mudéjar architecture.
- Romanesque style often uses thick walls and round arches. This makes buildings look strong and solid.
- Mudéjar is a unique Spanish style. It mixes Christian and Islamic art. It often uses brick, colorful tiles, and fancy patterns.
The church's bell tower is made of brick. It has shiny, colorful tiles stuck into it. This makes it look very pretty. The outside of the church also has these decorative tiles. It has a rounded back part called an apse. This part is made stronger with tower-like structures.
Inside the church, there is one main open space called a nave. The ceiling is shaped like a pointed arch, which is called an ogive vault. There are also smaller rooms on the sides called chapels.
A World Heritage Site
The San Pedro Church and its tower are very important. They are part of a special group of buildings called the Mudéjar Architecture of Aragon. This whole group is a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO.
- A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place chosen by the United Nations for its special cultural or natural importance. It is protected so everyone can enjoy it.
These buildings are also known as Bienes de Interés Cultural. This means they are important cultural landmarks in the area of Teruel.
Gallery
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Interior of the church
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Cloister
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Ceiling
See also
In Spanish: Iglesia de San Pedro (Teruel) para niños
- Mudéjar architecture of Aragon
- Catholic Church in Spain
- List of Bienes de Interés Cultural in the Province of Zaragoza
