Monastery of San Millán de Yuso

The monastery contains three naves with Corinthian columns, an ornate Plateresque pulpit, and Greco-Roman choir stalls within its stone structure.

Construction of the monastery began in 1053 to replace the smaller Suso monastery, following King García's interpretation of a divine signal.

The monastery library preserves over 300 manuscripts from the 11th to 15th centuries, including essential documents about the origins of Spanish language.

Visitors can explore the monastery through guided tours, which include access to the church, sacristy, cloister, and library exhibition rooms.

The sacristy features original 18th-century ceiling frescoes and houses a collection of religious artworks within its Renaissance walls.

Location: San Millán de la Cogolla

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Herrerian

Part of: Monasteries of San Millán de la Cogolla, Yuso Monastery and Monastic Kitchen Gardens

GPS coordinates: 42.32583,-2.86528

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:21