Convento de Carmelitas Descalzas de San José del Salvador

Convento de Carmelitas Descalzas de San José del Salvador is a monastery church in Beas de Segura built in 17th-century Baroque style with a distinctive architectural design. The interior features a single nave covered by a barrel vault, transepts crowned with a dome, and an ornate Baroque entrance portal.

The convent was founded in 1575 by Teresa of Ávila, who appointed Ana de Jesús as its first prioress before leaving the town. This establishment marked the arrival of the Discalced Carmelite reform movement in the region.

The convent is named after Saint Joseph and reflects the deep devotion that the Discalced Carmelites held for this saint. Visitors today can sense the simple, contemplative atmosphere that shaped the daily lives of the nuns within these walls.

The convent welcomes visitors who can attend regular religious services held throughout the week. It is advisable to arrange visits in advance, especially if you are planning to come as a group.

The convent holds a remarkable collection of manuscripts and historical documents spanning from its earliest days, offering rare documentation of how the community lived and worked. These records provide one of the most detailed accounts of daily life in a Carmelite convent from that era.

Location: Beas de Segura

Inception: February 24, 1575

Founders: Teresa of Ávila

GPS coordinates: 38.25083,-2.88722

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:09