The Convent
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member razalas
N 36° 08.235 W 005° 21.192
30S E 288261 N 4001736
The Convent has been the official residence of the Governor of Gibraltar since 1728.
Waymark Code: WMPJWJ
Location: Gibraltar
Date Posted: 09/10/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member MeerRescue
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The historical marker is placed on the right of the main door and it reads:

"The Convent

A Franciscan convent, founded in 1532, became the governor's residence after the friars left the Rock in 1704. Part of the chapel has been adapted to form the garrison church."

Type of Historic Marker: Plaque

Historical Marker Issuing Authority: Gibraltar

Age/Event Date: 01/01/1532

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