The church displays the various artistic styles through which it has passed since its construction began in the 12th century. The Latin cross plan and the head respond to the Romanesque style, with five beautiful apses and three covers. In the decoration motifs and in the distribution of its apses, a clear Cistercian influence is observed. The exterior doors are decorated with various motifs, both the Evangelists on the south door with the theme of "Agnus Dei" or mystic lamb, and human figures in general.

Inside are various altarpieces and sculptures of great value. Stresses a Virgin with Child, Romanesque carving, and above all, the Annunciation ensemble, made of polychrome stone, probably in the thirteenth century.

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Historical Data

Architecture
Religious architecture
Construction
Church
Predominant styles
  • Romanesque
  • Gothic
Historical Period
Middle Ages

When to visit it?

Opening hours

  • Summer (June 1 – September 30):
    • From Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Sundays: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Closed: Monday
  • winter (October 1 – March 17):
    • Friday and Saturdays: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Sundays: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Closed: From Monday to Thursday
    • Closed in the afternoon: Sundays
  • From March 18 to April 20:
    • From Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Sundays: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Closed: Monday
  • From April 21 to May 31:
    • Friday and Saturdays: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Sundays: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Taxes

Free

Observations: Holidays and long weekends please confirm with the Tourist Office: 980634211 Masses: Thursdays and Saturdays at 12:00. Sundays and holidays: 12:00 and 19:30. Parish priest of S. Juan and Santa María: Ortega 980 63 00 80

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    • Postal address Plaza de Santa María s/n. Benavente. NaN. Zamora
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      980 630 080
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