Convento del Desierto
Convento del Desierto, Baroque convent in Calanda, Spain.
The Convento del Desierto is a Baroque convent located between the Guadalope and Mezquin rivers, featuring a stone facade divided into three sections with classical architectural elements. The structure retains its original form despite its current deteriorated condition.
The Discalced Carmelites acquired the convent in 1680, but it burned during the War of Succession in 1705. Only the private oratory survived the fire.
The monastery displays Spanish Baroque features through its rectangular openings, smooth pilasters, and triangular pediments. These architectural details reflect 17th-century religious design principles.
The convent sits outside the town center and presents challenging access due to its deteriorated condition. Visitors should expect uneven terrain and limited facilities on-site.
Two original architectural drawings of the building are preserved in Alcañiz's municipal archive. They were sketched on the backs of notarial documents and record the original construction design.
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