Moarves de Ojeda facts for kids
Moarves de Ojeda is a small town in Spain. It is part of the larger area called Olmos de Ojeda in the province of Palencia, which is in the region of Castile & León. It's a quiet place with a rich history and beautiful old buildings.
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Quick Facts About Moarves de Ojeda
Moarves de Ojeda is a small community. In 2012, only 31 people lived there.
The town is located high up, at 939 metres above sea level. You can find it on a map using these coordinates:
- Latitude: 42° 42′ N (This means it's north of the equator)
- Longitude: 004° 24′ O (This means it's west of the Prime Meridian)
What's in a Name?
The name Moarves has an interesting past. It comes from the word mozarabs. Long ago, in the Middle Ages, the town was called Moharabes. This name referred to the very first people who settled in the town. They were called Mozarabs.
A Journey Through Time
Moarves de Ojeda has a long history. In the 12th century, it was part of a special area called the Merindad menor de Monzon. This was like an old county division.
Later, when old ways of governing changed, Moarves de Ojeda became its own independent town. In 1842, a count showed there were 18 homes and 63 people living there. Eventually, the town joined with the bigger municipality of Olmos de Ojeda, which it is still part of today.
Amazing Historic Buildings
Moarves de Ojeda is famous for its old churches. They show off a special style of building called Romanesque.
The Church of St John the Baptist
The most important building is the Church of St John the Baptist. People also call it St John of Moarves. This church is a wonderful example of Romanesque architecture. This style was popular in Europe from about the 6th to the 13th century. It often features round arches, thick walls, and strong, simple designs.
The Church of St Peter
There is another old church in the town, called the Church of St Peter. This church has some beautiful Romanesque corbels. Corbels are special stone supports that stick out from a wall, often decorated with carvings.
Gallery of Images
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St John the Baptist Church's Romanesque Portico
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Christ Pantochrator (detail)
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St John the Baptist capital: The Warriors
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St John the Baptist church capital: Dancers and Musicians
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St John the Baptist Church capital: Daniel and the Lion
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Baptismal font, St John the Baptist Church
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The Virgin and the Holy Child, Romanesque sculpture, St John the Baptist Church
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The inside of the St John the Baptist Church
See also
In Spanish: Moarves de Ojeda para niños
