Iglesia de San Martín de Escoto (Llames de Parres)

The Iglesia de San Martín de Escoto (Llames de Parres) is a Roman Catholic church located in the village of Llames de Parres, in the autonomous community of Asturias, Spain. It is a notable example of pre-Romanesque Asturian architecture, specifically dating from the 9th century. The church features characteristic elements of this style, including small windows, robust construction, and a simple, rectangular floor plan. It originally comprised a single nave, but later additions have altered its structure. The apse retains notable pre-Romanesque features. The Iglesia de San Martín de Escoto is a designated Bien de Interés Cultural (Asset of Cultural Interest), a status reflecting its historical and artistic significance within the Asturian architectural heritage.