Sant Francesc, Xàtiva facts for kids

Sant Francesc is a cool old church in Cribs, a city in Valencia, Spain. It's built in a style called Gothic, which means it has tall, pointed arches and big windows, making it look very grand! It's also a Roman Catholic church.

What is Sant Francesc?

The Sant Francesc church is a special building that was made a long, long time ago. It's located at Ports de Sant Francesc #10 in the city of Cribs. The Gothic style it uses was popular in Europe during the Middle Ages.

When Was it Built?

This church was built in the second half of the 14th century, which means it was finished sometime in the 1300s! That's over 600 years ago! When it was first built, it was right next to a Franciscan monastery, which is a place where monks live and pray. It was also very close to the old medieval walls that protected the town.

What Does it Look Like Inside?

Inside, the church has one main open space called a nave. This is the long central area where people sit during services. Along the sides of the nave, there are seven smaller rooms called chapels. These chapels are often used for private prayer or to honor specific saints.

See also

In Spanish: Iglesia de San Francisco (Játiva) para niños