When I was in Costa Rica in January, I visited several small towns. Each town centre typically has a park and a church facing the park. Parks and churches of course have benches and doors.
I photographed churches that show different architectural styles and interior designs. What I know about the churches are included in the captions. I hope you enjoy the photos.
If you have any public art you’d like to share, please leave link in the Comments or create a pingback. I’d love to see your photos. Have a good week!
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Other than red brick, I don’t think I have ever seen a red church. It’s a striking color choice. The arch over the bench could be shaped like a heart with the right trimming.
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Suzanne, That red church is also unusual in that it’s made of pre-fabricated steel plates, imported from Europe if I recall correctly. I agree with you about the arch over the bench. I hope your house sale and move are both going well.
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I’m partiularly taken by the first one, especilly as it’s made of steel. Does it get too hot and too cold? You probably don’t know.
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The red church is certainly unusual. The temperatures in Grecia (and Costa Rica in general) don’t fluctuate much throughout the year. They mainly have either dry or rainy season.
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These are all amazing churches. I really like the red steel one. Thanks for sharing.
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You’re welcome, Darlene. That red church certainly stands out.
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Interesting buildings especially the red church
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That church is unusual with its red colour and steel construction.
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My favourite is San Rafael, both inside and out, but the red one is also intriguing.
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San Rafael church is my favourite, too. I like its symmetrical architecture and the incredible stencil artwork.
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San Rafael is fabulous inside, Natalie xx
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I agree, Jo. Thank you for stopping by.
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Like the churches mentioned also . . . but, being an avid reader, am enchanted by the ‘honesty box’ free library giving those who are interested an easy opportunity to find something useful and interesting for their time
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That free library is situated by the central park in the town so I imagine there would be high turn overs of books.
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Stunning photos, Natalie. The Church of Our Lady of Mercy in Grecia especially caught my attention!
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Thank you, Donna. That church in Grecia truly stands out.
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That red church is striking! The others are beautiful in more subtle ways. There are so many beautiful churches in the world.
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Hi Dawn, I agree there are so many beautiful churches in the world. That red church truly stands out.
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Natalie,
Church architecture is always fascinating. When I lived in Europe, I really got into photographing them, both inside and out. The interior of the Church of San Rafael is stunning. Thanks for sharing. Joe
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Joe, There’s an overwhelming number of churches in Europe. I also take photos of some of them when I visit Europe. The stencil artwork in the San Rafael church is beautiful and must take the artist a lot of hours to finish.
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Love the first one, the colour stands out. Here is mine https://wanderingteresa.com/veg-out-a-walk-in-community-garden/
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Teresa, Sounds like we both love colours. Thank you for your public art share that took me to St. Kilda’s charming community garden.
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Oh yes, Natalie, bright and colourful is my thing!
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The red church, and the method by which it was built is quite interesting. I love the pictures, Natalie. it’s so nice when we can go behind the doors and see the interiors. The stained glass windows are lovely.
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Dan, I’m pleased you love the pictures. I agree with you that it’s so nice to see the interiors. I was able to go inside two of the four churches I shared in this post and their interiors were good surprises.
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Fun collection of church pictures. It’s cool how different the architecture is from place to place.
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Thanks, Kate. I like the variety of architectural styles, too.
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These are quite amazing Natalie. I have never seen a red church before
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Thank you, Brian. The red church really stands out. No way to get lost in Grecia, just look for the church.
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Very beautiful and yes you are part of my blogging tribe.
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Thank you, Patrick. I’m glad to hear both.
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Lovely churches! I especially like the red one and the stained glass windows.
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Thank you Brenda for sharing your thoughts.
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