San Pedro and San Ildefonso Church

Zamora, Spain

San Pedro and San Ildefonso Church was built in the 11th century by the King Ferdinand I of León. In the 12th and during the 13th centuries it was extended. From the 15th century it underwent a series of modifications and today there are little remains of the original Romanesque church.

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Founded: 11th century
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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Carlos Gago Dorna (13 months ago)
XII century The ancient church of Saint Peter was built in the very heart of the medieval city not far from Saint Peter's Gate. Known as the Church of San Pedro and San Ildefonso, it was built on a Visigothic church. The Church of San Ildefonso was renovated in Romanesque style during the 12th century, preserving the doorway, the main chapel and a rose window.
Lluis Higini Melero Peris (13 months ago)
Walking through the historic center before reaching the Cathedral, we visited this church full of a lot of history, apart from the fact that after the Cathedral it is the largest church. Built on a Visigoth church in the 12th century, later renovated and expanded in the 15th century. In the 16th century it was declared an Archpriest church. Inside, the remains of San Ildefonso and San Atilano rest on the High Altar. Declared a National Monument in 1974. The interior is worth seeing and photographing.
Neil Walkingshaw (5 years ago)
Beautifully restored building...
Maria Sánchez (5 years ago)
Muy bonita Iglesia,sencilla En lavarle Santa clara
Muhammad el lamin (5 years ago)
Spiritual and healing
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