Church of St. John the Apostle
Nestled within the serene local cemetery, the Church of St. John the Evangelist stands as a humble yet poignant landmark for pilgrims and travelers on the Camino. This quaint, aisleless church, which lacks an apse, features a charming portico (known as a “lopica”) and a distinctive bell-gable mullioned in one light. Its simplicity, both inside […]
Nestled within the serene local cemetery, the Church of St. John the Evangelist stands as a humble yet poignant landmark for pilgrims and travelers on the Camino. This quaint, aisleless church, which lacks an apse, features a charming portico (known as a “lopica”) and a distinctive bell-gable mullioned in one light. Its simplicity, both inside and out, speaks to a timeless spiritual tranquility. Despite its simplicity, both the exterior and interior of the church exude a timeless tranquility. The church underwent significant reconstruction at the beginning of the 20th century, during which elements from its earlier phases were removed.. While its original appearance remains a mystery, it is widely believed to have been built in the 16th century. Today, the interior of the Church of St. John the Evangelist is adorned with three altars. Notably, after the restoration, the side altar paintings were meticulously returned to their original locations, preserving a sense of historical continuity and the church’s historical essence. In 2018, the facade received modern updates with the installation of new doors and windows, blending the church’s historical charm with contemporary enhancements. This seamless integration of past and present makes the Church of St. John the Evangelist a noteworthy stop for anyone traversing the sacred paths of the Camino de Santiago.
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