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Convento de San Francisco, Gothic church and museum in Medina de Rioseco, Spain.

The church structure features a single nave with a choir, two lateral chapels, and ribbed vaulting covering the remaining sections of the building.

Admiral of Castile Fadrique II Enríquez initiated the construction of this Franciscan monastery in the 15th century as a burial place for his family.

The museum displays religious art collections, including plateresque altarpieces, angel sculptures, and paintings adorning the octagonal dome of the church.

Visitors can explore the museum at Paseo de San Francisco in Medina de Rioseco through guided tours by contacting +34 983700020 or informacion@museosanfrancisco.es.

The building incorporates sections of medieval walls into its foundation and contains a hidden baroque staircase behind service areas.

Location: Medina de Rioseco

Website: https://www.museosanfrancisco.es/

Phone: +34983700020

Website: https://museosanfrancisco.es

GPS coordinates: 41.88009,-5.04071

Latest update: March 27, 2025 22:00

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