Convento de Santa Clara, Medieval convent in Historic Center, Córdoba, Spain
The building combines a Christian church, a preserved minaret tower, and remnants of an ancient mosque within its architectural structure.
Established in 1265 as the first female monastery after Córdoba's Christian conquest, the convent stands on the site of a 10th-century mosque.
The convent holds archaeological remains of different religious periods, including paleochristian mosaics, Islamic elements, and medieval Christian architecture.
Located on Rey Heredia Street, the convent remains closed to visitors while undergoing restoration work funded by European grants.
The structure contains a bell tower converted from an Islamic minaret, featuring original Muslim battlements and a preserved ancient staircase.
Location: Córdoba
Part of: Sitio Arqueológico de Córdoba
GPS coordinates: 37.88062,-4.77809
Latest update: March 17, 2025 13:56
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