Description of the attraction
The Church of San Lorenzo is located in Cordoba in the area of the same name. Like most churches in Andalusia, the Church of San Lorenzo was built on the site of a former Muslim mosque, which in turn was erected on the site of a former Visigothic temple. The church was built in the second half of the 13th century, presumably between 1244 and 1300. The temple was erected at a time when the Gothic style in architecture was replacing the Romanesque, which was reflected in its appearance.
The Church of San Lorenzo can be called typical of the Andalusian churches of the time. In plan it has a rectangular shape with three naves and a central apse. The restrained and austere facade of this ancient building adds grandeur and tranquility to it. The former minaret of the Arab mosque was rebuilt into a beautiful high bell tower, created in the Renaissance style. Of particular note is the beautiful round rosette window made in the Mudejar style and adorning the upper part of the building's pediment.
The walls of the interior of the church are adorned with magnificent paintings dating mainly to the 14th century. Basically, these are canvases dedicated to scenes from the life of Christ: the Crucifixion, the Judgment of Pilate, the Kiss of Judas, Christ carrying the cross, and others. The altar, dating back to the 17th century, is decorated with paintings depicting the life of Saint Lorenzo.
The Church of San Lorenzo is rightly considered one of the most beautiful churches in Cordoba. In 1985 it was declared a National Cultural Monument.
