Iglesia de San Tirso (Church of Saint Thyrsus), Oviedo

Founded in the late 8th century by King Alfonso II the Chaste and designed by his royal architect Tioda, the Church of Saint Thyrsus is widely considered the oldest church in Oviedo鈥檚 historic core. Originally built in the pre鈥慠omanesque style and serving as a royal chapel, the church has undergone enduring transformation through the centuries.

Following its 12th鈥慶entury Romanesque reconstruction and later restorations in the 14th, 16th, 18th, and 20th centuries, much of the original structure was lost鈥攑articularly during the Great Fire of 1521. Today, the most distinct remnant from its early period is a three鈥憀ight window in the sanctuary, framed by three semi鈥慶ircular arches set on marble columns with simple capitals and enclosed within an alfiz molding.

Inside, the church follows a basilica plan with three naves supported by robust stone piers. The central nave is topped with a ribbed groin vault over arches that gently mix rounded and slightly pointed profiles to unify the ceiling height across unequal spans鈥攁 clever architectural feature echoing Roman precedents.

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Sight Name: Iglesia de San Tirso (Church of Saint Thyrsus)
Sight Location: Oviedo, Spain (See walking tours in Oviedo)
Sight Type: Religious
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