Committed to local culture

Last Friday, August 23, we attended the presentation of the book “Santa Maria de Vilafranca, el gran temple gòtic del Penedès” which took place in the Vinseum auditorium, where the authors themselves shared their experiences and experiences during the development of the project.

This work takes a historical tour of the Basilica of Santa Maria, from the laying of the first stone to the most recent restorations, revealing some details hitherto unknown. “Santa Maria de Vilafranca, el gran temple gòtic del Penedès” is a collective work by 21 people linked to Vilafranca, history and art.

The authors narrate the history of the temple and delve into the episodes experienced in it. The recent and important restoration works affecting the walls and the large roof of the building are described in detail. The collapse of the Gothic vault that the church suffered in 1753 has also been studied, which has allowed us to refute the fact that it was rebuilt one metre lower, and the most relevant archaeological findings are explained, such as the stonemason’s marks, signed tiles and games engraved in stone, among others.

The book also includes more than 200 photographs that allow us to appreciate the rich heritage of the temple up close, from the architectural structure to the most unique details, which make Santa María a temple of extraordinary beauty and harmony.

From the Familia Torres Foundation we have collaborated with this project, reaffirming our commitment to local culture and its benefits.