Abadía del Sacromonte, Abbey in Sacromonte district, Granada, Spain
The Abadía del Sacromonte is a religious complex on Valparaiso mountain overlooking the Darro valley, with a cloister whose Tuscan columns and rounded arches surround a central fountain. The site combines a church, priests' quarters, and underground passages that extend beneath the mountain.
The site developed after excavations in 1595 uncovered Roman-era remains and relics from the early Christian period. These discoveries about religious figures from that time led to the establishment of the current complex and its sacred importance to Granada.
The abbey displays religious artworks that shaped Granada during the 16th and 17th centuries. Visitors can see paintings and sacred objects throughout the rooms that reflect the spiritual life of that era.
The site welcomes visitors during daytime and allows exploration of the cloister, catacombs, and sacred caves either on your own or with knowledgeable guides. Pathways run through the complex, though stairs are needed to reach some areas.
A stone within the underground passages is credited by local tradition with granting marriage prospects to women who kiss it. This custom regularly draws visitors seeking to test the promise of romantic fortune.
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