Santa Catalina Convent

This convent is located opposite our hotel, so we decided to have a look, not really knowing what to expect but what we found blew us away.

It was built in 1579. The over 20,000-square-meter monastery was built predominantly in the Mudéjar style, and is characterized by its vividly painted walls. There are approximately 20 nuns currently living in the northern corner of the complex; the rest of the monastery is open to the public. The pictures tell the story.....

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

For Steve, take note - a 16th century pizza oven !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A section showing how the building has been affected by earthquakes over time.