San Lorenzo el Real, Burgos facts for kids
The Iglesia de San Lorenzo el Real is a beautiful church in Burgos, Spain. It's known for its fancy Baroque style, which was popular a long time ago. You can find this church on Calle Almirante Bonifaz.
What is the San Lorenzo Church?
The San Lorenzo church was first built by a group called the Jesuits. They started building it in 1684 and finished in 1694. It was made to replace an older, smaller church that was there before.
Who Built It?
The money for building this church came from a person named Francisca de San Vítores. The actual building work was done by two builders, Bernabé de Hazas and Francisco del Pontón. They made sure the church was grand and impressive.
From Jesuit to Parish Church
The Jesuits are a special group within the Christian church. They built and used this church for many years. However, in the late 1700s, the Jesuits had to leave Spain. After they left, the San Lorenzo church became a regular "parish church." This means it became a church for the local community to use for their services.
Since 1945, the church has also been the home of a special group called the Brotherhood of Coronación de Espinas y de Cristo Rey. This brotherhood is a religious organization that helps with church activities and traditions.
See also
In Spanish: Iglesia de San Lorenzo el Real (Burgos) para niños
- List of Jesuit sites
