San Miguel, Córdoba facts for kids

Church of San Miguel.

The Church of San Miguel is a beautiful Roman Catholic church located in Córdoba, Andalusia, a city in southern Spain. It's one of twelve special churches that were built by order of King Ferdinand III of Castile after he took control of the city in the early 1200s. This church was recognized as an important national monument in 1931.

What is the Church of San Miguel?

The Church of San Miguel shows a mix of two old building styles: Romanesque architecture and Gothic architecture. It's like a bridge between these two periods. Even though parts of the inside were updated in 1749, you can still see its original design.

How is the Church Designed?

The church has a shape that is almost square. Inside, it has one main area called a nave and two side areas called aisles. It doesn't have a transept, which is a part that usually crosses the main body of a church. The ends of the church have a special shape with many sides, called polygonal apses. The ceiling of the main nave is made of wood panels, known as a coffered ceiling.

What About the Altar and Entrance?

The main altar, where services are held, is made of marble and was built in the 1700s. There's also a side entrance with a unique arch shape called a horseshoe arch. This type of arch might even be from the time of the Caliphate of Cordoba, which was a very old kingdom in the area.

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In Spanish: Iglesia de San Miguel (Córdoba) para niños