Sant Joan de Boí Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Sant Joan de Boí

Religion
Affiliation	Roman Catholic
Location
Location	Boí, Catalonia, Spain
Location in Spain
Architecture
Architectural type	Church
Architectural style	Romanesque
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Official name: Catalan Romanesque Churches of the Vall de Boí
Type	Cultural
Criteria	ii, iv
Designated	2000 (24th session)
Reference no.	988
Region	Europe and North America

Sant Joan de Boí is an old church built in the Romanesque style. It is located in a beautiful valley called Vall de Boí, in Catalonia, Spain. This church is famous because it is part of a special group of buildings recognized by UNESCO.

A Story from the Past
What Does It Look Like?
Inside the Church
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A Story from the Past

Sant Joan de Boí church is very old. Experts believe it was built in the 11th century. This was around the same time as other churches in the area. Some of these include Sant Climent, Taüll and Santa Maria de Taüll.

In November 2000, something very important happened. Sant Joan de Boí, along with eight other churches in the Vall de Boí, became a World Heritage Site. This means UNESCO recognized them as special places important to everyone in the world.

What Does It Look Like?

The church of Sant Joan de Boí is a great example of Romanesque architecture. This style was popular a long time ago. Romanesque buildings often have thick walls and round arches. They look very strong and solid.

The church has a tall bell tower. This tower stands out against the sky. It is a common feature of churches from this time.

Inside the Church

When you go inside Sant Joan de Boí, you can see its ancient design. The church has strong pillars that hold up the roof. These pillars show how skilled the builders were.

The entrance door also has a classic Romanesque look. It often features detailed carvings. These carvings tell stories or show religious symbols.