Hello @juancar347. It always thrills me whenever you feature rare architectural specimens. And discovering the Visigothic architecture of San Juan de Baños is definitely one such excellent example. Aside from the many legends embedded within its walls, like the healing water springs that king Recesvinto nourished himself with to miraculously cure his kidney problem, I'm also fascinated by this historic location's deep connection with the ancient Romans. What's even more incredible is that this heritage building gives us physical clues to the humble beginnings of architectural styles such as the Pre-Romanesque, Romanesque, and Gothic signatures. Thank you for showcasing this interesting masterpiece. Have fun and keep safe in your various explorations. Kind greetings! 😊
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Said a great British writer, G.K. Chesterton, that the best biographies should always begin with Genesis. And I think he was very right and that it could also be applied to Architecture. If we want to understand how we got here, we must inescapably go back in time and try to see the many fascinating connections that have pushed us forward. These are examples, perhaps strange, but ultimately relevant and from which we can draw many interesting conclusions, including those inevitable legendary allusions. As always, thank you for your kind comment. An affectionate greeting.