Poco A Poco: Sistine Chapel Of Valencia

2025-07-31

In this episode of Poco a Poco, we step into what might just be one of Valencia’s most awe-inspiring (and gloriously painted) hidden gems — the Church of San Nicolás de Bari. Often dubbed the “Sistine Chapel of Valencia” — and no, that’s not just tourist brochure fluff — this stunning Gothic church will have your neck craning and your jaw dropping. We dive into the centuries of history etched into its stone and splashed across its ceiling, from its humble medieval beginnings to ...

In this episode of Poco a Poco, we step into what might just be one of Valencia’s most awe-inspiring (and gloriously painted) hidden gems — the Church of San Nicolás de Bari. Often dubbed the “Sistine Chapel of Valencia” — and no, that’s not just tourist brochure fluff — this stunning Gothic church will have your neck craning and your jaw dropping.

We dive into the centuries of history etched into its stone and splashed across its ceiling, from its humble medieval beginnings to the breathtaking Baroque makeover that turned it into a full-blown visual feast in the 17th century. Expect stories of saints and enough gold and pigment to dazzle even the most cynical traveler.

Whether you’re an art nerd, a history buff, or just here for the transportation into another time, this lesser-known marvel is absolutely worth the detour. Come for the frescoes, stay for the light show.

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