Monasterio de El Paular, Benedictine abbey in Rascafría, Spain.
The Monasterio de El Paular exhibits Gothic architecture with a single nave church, intricate iron grille, and alabaster retable depicting religious scenes.
Founded in 1390 as the first Carthusian monastery in Castile, El Paular received support from King Juan I and the House of Trastamara.
The monastery maintains a collection of 52 large-format paintings by Vicenzio Carduccio illustrating the life of Saint Bruno of Cologne.
The monastery opens its restored cells for temporary art exhibitions, cultural events, concerts, and guided tours throughout the year.
The building incorporates architectural elements from three periods: Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque, designed by master architects Juan Guas and Rodrigo Gil.
Location: Rascafría
Inception: 1390
Architects: Juan Guas
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: http://monasteriopaular.com
GPS coordinates: 40.88830,-3.88759
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:34
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