Church of the Assumption of Briones
This cathedral is one of the icons of the city of Briones and is noted by its large baroque tower. The building is from the 16th century and is noted for its very tall features such as its naves and frescoes.
Other nearby buildings
Santo Domingo de la Calzada Cathedral
Work on this cathedral began in 1158 and was not completed in its current form until the 16th century. It contains several important works of art from the Hispano - Flemish style, as well as unique metalworks.
Monasterio de San Millán de Suso
The ancient monastery of San Millán has its origins in Suso, in the cave where the anchorite San Millán retired and died in 574.
Monasteries of San Millán de la Cogolla
The Monasteries of San Millán de la Cogolla are a complex of two monasteries founded in the 6th (San Millán de Suso) and 11th centuries (San Millán de Yuso). The monasteries have changed owners many times (Visigoths, Spaniards, Muslims) and now bear their marks such as the Mozarabic arches inside the Suso building. Both buildings have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1997.
Why Religiana?
How is Religiana helping to conserve and promote Religious Heritage in Europe and why should you get involved?
Find out about Religiana
Become a partner
Are you a tourism organisation or religious heritage sites manager? Discover the advantages of becoming a partner.
See current partners
Keep up to date
We can keep you up to date with the latest news from Religiana and religious heritage conservation across Europe.
Sign up to the FRH newsletter