Romanica 22 Sant Joan de Boí

The church of Sant Joan de Boí is situated in the small village of Boí in the Catalan Pyrenean valley known as the “Vall de Boí” (Spain). Built in the 11th century, it is an impressive example of Lombard-Romanesque architecture, a style brought to the region by Italian master builders.

Typical features of this architectural style include slender, rectangular bell towers, decorative blind arcades on the facades, and the use of natural stone masonry. Particularly striking is the six-story bell tower, which rises above the simple, single-nave floor plan of the church – a characteristic hallmark of Romanesque sacred architecture in the Vall de Boí.

The church was once adorned with colorful frescoes, some of which are now preserved and on display at the Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC) in Barcelona. The preserved architectural elements and reconstructed building make Sant Joan de Boí a significant monument of medieval architectural heritage.

In 2000, the church, along with eight other Romanesque churches in the valley, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This cultural landscape represents a rare and exceptionally well-preserved example of early medieval church architecture in Europe.

This construction kit is aimed at advanced model builders and history enthusiasts who appreciate detailed and authentic reproductions of historic structures. The combination of high-quality materials and a precise building manual ensures a realistic and rewarding building experience.

Discover the fascination of Romanesque architecture with the Domus Kits 40099 and enrich your collection with a piece of European architectural history.

Scale: 1:87
Dimensions (mm): 250 × 360 × 240
Number of parts: 2,639

Recommended age: 14+

Safety notice:
WARNING! Not suitable for children under 3 years.
Small parts may be swallowed – choking hazard!