A rare example of the curious medieval tradition of decorating sacred spaces with lustful grotesques, the monastery of San Pedro de Cervatos in Cantabria, Spain is one of the best existing examples of the art. Tiny exhibitionist figures in obscene poses decorate the exterior. Other similarly lustful figures can be found decorating churches of similar vintage in Britain, Ireland, France and elsewhere in Spain.
March 22, 2012
Pizzo, Italy
This church carved into the rocks is full of enchanting stone statues.
Captain Cook, Hawaii
A priest with no formal artistic training used basic house paint to create gorgeous religious scenes inside this historic church.
Aguascalientes, Mexico
This ornate church designed by a self-taught architect is an eclectic masterpiece in the heart of Central Mexico.
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
A park full of outsider art, created by college students studying outsider art.
Apt, France
One man's desire to transcend art led to the construction of this outsider chapel.
Beit Jala, West Bank
A historic chapel filled with colorful murals and a colorful past.
Si, Thailand
Temple of a million beers.
Kilpeck, England
Detailed sandstone carvings show an array of symbolism and adorable animals.
