Real Monasterio de San Jerónimo - Granada, ES
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N 37° 10.771 W 003° 36.266
30S E 446346 N 4114958
Founded by the Catholic Monarchs, the Monastery of San Jerónimo is an outstanding jewel of the Renaissance
Waymark Code: WM13BV1
Location: Andalucía, Spain
Date Posted: 11/03/2020
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Monasterio de San Jerónimo
"Founded by the Catholic Monarchs, the Monastery of San Jerónimo is an outstanding jewel of the Renaissance.
Formed by the church and monastery, it dates back to before the Christian conquest of the city. It construction is attributed to the Catholic Monarchs.
The church features a Latin cross floor plan, boasting an elevated choir at its west end and an altar stands behind the wide staircase. Its elaborate high altar is decorated with images of saints, heroes, mythical characters, angels and historical figures. The Gran Capitán (Great Captain) is buried at the transept, next to his wife, lady María de Manrique, which is reflected in the iconography that extols his great military exploits and bravery.
The monastery features two cloisters with gardens. The first boasts predominantly Renaissance decoration. The second, now enclosed, pertaining to the Hieronymites, served as the residence of Isabella of Portugal on her honeymoon following her wedding to Emperor Charles V. The temple is the first in the world devoted to the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary."
Retrieved from the city official tourism website: http://granadatur.com
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1504
Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic
Street address of Church: Calle Rector López Argüeta Granada, Andalucía ES
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Not listed
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: Not Listed
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