The Church of Nuestra Señora de la Blanca in Agoncillo is a monument that reflects the architectural evolution over the centuries. Built in three well-defined stages, its current structure dates from the 18th century, although it preserves older Romanesque and Gothic elements. It has a single nave divided into three equal sections and an octagonal chancel with three bays. Its attached columns with decorated capitals and the ribbed roof, with star-shaped vaults in the form of a flower and double tercelets, stand out. Although it threatened ruin in the 18th century, it was restored and reinforced, showing today remarkable exterior buttresses.
In addition to its architectural value, the church houses a rich history and artistic heritage. Inside, there is the sacristy and a small chapel dedicated to Santa Barbara and used as a baptistery, along with a choir loft decorated with carved details. The old tower, now replaced, and decorative elements such as corbels and carved keystones testify to the craftsmanship of bygone eras. The Church of Nuestra Señora de la Blanca is, therefore, a place of worship of great importance in Agoncillo, representing the continuity of faith and tradition over the centuries.
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Pl. del Castillo, 1, Agoncillo, La Rioja - Web
https://www.iglesiaenlarioja.org/agoncillo/ - Visiting Hours
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Chapel of St Barbara
