Iglesia del Carmen, Burgos facts for kids
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The Iglesia del Carmen de Burgos is a Catholic church in Burgos, Spain. It is a modern building. It was built between 1966 and 1968. This new church replaced an older, more ornate building that was taken down. You can find it where Paseo del Empecinado meets Calle del Carmen. It sits between the Arlanzón River and an old railway line. The church officially opened its doors on July 7, 1968.
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What is the Iglesia del Carmen?
The Iglesia del Carmen is a special church. It serves as a parish church. This means it is a local church for people living nearby. They can go there for religious services and community events.
Where is the Church Located?
The church is in the city of Burgos. Burgos is a historic city in the region of Castile and León in Spain. The church's exact spot is easy to find. It is at the corner of two streets: Paseo del Empecinado and Calle del Carmen. It is also close to the Arlanzón River. This river flows through the city.
When Was the Church Built?
The current church building is quite new. It was constructed in the late 1960s. Building work started in 1966 and finished in 1968. The church was officially opened on July 7, 1968. This makes it a 20th-century church. It replaced a much older church that was built in a style called Baroque.
See also
- Burgos
- Arlanzón River
