Iglesia de San Nicolás de Bari

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Come and explore Requena’s historic and architectural heritage, starting at this magnificent place of worship.

Iglesia de San Nicolás de Bari, San Nicolás de Bari Church in Requena, is a place of worship that you simply have to visit during your time in the destination. The town is a wonderful choice for a wine getaway, which you can complement with the incredible local cultural and historic heritage. The church dates back to the late 13th century and is very likely to be constructed atop a much older temple.

San Nicolás de Bari Church was built in the Gothic style. In the 18th century, the structure was significantly extended to include the present-day façade, cupula and apse.

The extension is in the Neoclassical style and also saw the construction of the current bell tower.

During your visit to San Nicolás de Bari Church in Requena, you will see elements of different styles that stand testament to the history and the antiquity of the building. There are some Romanesque paintings as well as Gothic and Baroque features. The trompe-l'œil, sepulchres as well as the crypt and the ossuary will take you aback. We’d recommend coming to explore Requena’s heritage at San Nicolás de Bari Church and Santa María Church, completing your getaway with a glass of delicious Valencian cava.