Monastery of Nuestra Señora de Tentudía, Calera de León
Monastery of Nuestra Señora de Tentudía, Calera de León, Gothic monastery in Calera de León, Spain
The monastery showcases Gothic elements through its stone walls, pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and decorative elements from the medieval period.
The Order of Santiago founded this religious complex in 1300 after a reported miraculous event during a battle against Moorish forces.
The monastery houses a collection of ceramic tiles created by master craftsman Niculoso Pisano, displaying religious scenes and geometric patterns.
Visitors reach the monastery by following the marked trail from Calera de León, with guided tours available from Tuesday through Sunday.
Located at an elevation of 1,112 meters, the monastery contains a bell tower with views extending across the provinces of Badajoz and Huelva.
Location: Calera de León
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Mudéjar style
GPS coordinates: 38.05417,-6.33855
Latest update: May 21, 2025 08:52
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