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san vicente de ávila


The Basilica de San Vicente, with its full name honoring the martyred siblings Vicente, Sabina, and Cristeta, is a jewel of Romanesque architecture in Ávila, Spain. According to legend, these Christian martyrs were buried at the site where the basilica now stands. Construction began in the 11th century but wasn't completed until the 14th century, reflecting a blend of Romanesque and Gothic styles. The basilica is also part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Old Town of Ávila with its Extra-Muros Churches," highlighting its cultural and historical significance.


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