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26-Jun-2022

Tossa de Mar (La Selva)

Parish Church of San Vicente, or Saint Vincent de Paul is the main and largest Church in Tossa de Mar.The Shrine was built in 1775 and inaugurated in 1776, after 20 years of construction. The reason for the construction of the Church was something that already existed in the walls of the old town of Tossa de Mar (Vila Velha) the Church could not accommodate the growing number of citizens. The Church dedicated to the Martyr Vincent Zaragoza. Built in the neoclassical style.The rather simple appearance of the Church is notable for the main facade with its portal. Arched door framed by two columns supporting a niche, where the statue depicting the patron Saint.On both sides of the entrance, above the level, there are two small balcony and over the entrance and the statue is a large round window. Also noteworthy are the low tower, on which is placed a clock.

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Julie Oldfield25-Jul-2022 01:53
Nice perspective and light. V
Nick Paoni23-Jul-2022 21:57
Love the warm light.
Johnny JAG23-Jul-2022 21:10
Interesting architecture
Nestor Derkach23-Jul-2022 18:32
Nice church image with excellent information as always.
The clock is on the money with the time of day.
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Walter Otto Koenig23-Jul-2022 17:59
Very nice perspective and lighting. "V"
Tom Munson23-Jul-2022 16:22
Nice shot, Jose. I like your POV.
Helen Betts23-Jul-2022 16:13
Impressive church, and a fine capture of it. V.
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