Basilica of Avila
Basílica de San Vicente
It was founded in the 11th century but it was not finished until
two centuries later. It mixes Romanesque elements with other Gothic
ones.
The basilica was built outside the walls of
the town. Its foundation dates from the 11th century and is dedicated
to San Vicente and his sisters Sabina and Cristeta. The construction
was begun in the Romanesque style, and was finished later according
to the Gothic canons. Maestro Fruchel participated in is construction.
The interior has vaults with ogives on a Romanesque structure.
A crypt is dedicated to the Virgen de la Soterraña.
Avila guide