Iglesia de los Santos Juanes Valencia

Iglesia de los Santos Juanes Valencia

Valencia set on the shores of Costa Del Azahar in Spain is one of the growing tourist destinations in Europe. This is facilitated by the fact that this city houses a number of historic buildings that speaks loud of the rich Valencia culture, and Valencia architecture. Most of the tourist attraction in Valencia represents this architectural brilliance from the old times in Valencia. Valencia hence abounds with many places for sightseeing in Valencia. They stand as witness to its troubled past, rich literary period during Renaissance, and the marvelous architecture owing to the various empires that ruled this land at various times. Iglesia de los Santos Juanes, Valencia is one of these Valencia tourist attractions.

Iglesia de los Santos Juanes, Valencia, also known as the church of San Juan del Mercado (Saint John of the Market), and is one of the oldest churches in Valencia. Built in the 14th Century this church was built in original Gothic style architecture.

Unfortunately a terrible fire in 1552 badly damaged the church. As a result Iglesia de los Santos Juanes, Valencia as we see it today is a completely refurbished structure. Perhaps the only original zone left is the façade facing the market area with its interesting bass relief crowned by a small tower displaying barroca architecture. Nevertheless the majestic décor of the church keeps the spirit of old tradition, culture and of course architecture alive.

The Iglesia de los Santos Juanes, Valencia, Spain is beautiful inside. When in the church do not miss out to look up at the huge dome crowning the church. This dome is further decorated with the beautiful frescos giving an absolutely majestic look to the church.

Mass at the Iglesia de los Santos Juanes, Valencia is held daily though at different timings. From Monday to Saturday mass is held at 8a.m., 9 a.m., 10a.m., and noon. On Sundays, the mass is held at 10a.m., 11a.m., noon, 1p.m., and 6:30p.m.

The address of Iglesia de los Santos Juanes, Valencia is:

Plaza del Mercado, s/n
Valencia, V 46001
Spain

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