Convento del Santo Desierto de San José de Rigada
Convento del Santo Desierto de San José de Rigada, Carmelite monastery in Ribamontán al Monte, Spain
The Convento del Santo Desierto de San José de Rigada features a long rectangular facade oriented toward the south, incorporating elements of palace architecture.
The monastery consists of two Baroque mountain mansions connected by a central chapel, with the first palace built in the late 17th century.
The facade displays family coats of arms representing the Cagigal, Alonso, Vega, and Acebedo families, reflecting the regional nobility's influence.
The monastery maintains its religious function as home to a Discalced Carmelite community and stands along the road connecting Hoz de Anero to Villaverde de Pontones.
The second palace structure, completed in 1754, was designed by architect Andrés Julián de Mazarrasa following palatial rather than traditional religious architecture.
Location: Ribamontán al Monte
GPS coordinates: 43.41361,-3.67781
Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:52
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