Old Spanish Monastery, Medieval monastery in North Miami Beach, United States.
The monastery complex contains over 35,000 stones from Spain, featuring medieval statues, carved ceilings, stone arches, and stained glass windows throughout the grounds.
Built in Sacramenia, Spain during the 12th century, this Cistercian monastery served its original purpose for 700 years before being dismantled and shipped to America.
The monastery museum displays numerous artifacts from Spanish heritage and the Crusades period, representing centuries of European religious traditions.
The monastery welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM with admission prices of $10 for adults and $5 for students or seniors.
William Randolph Hearst transported the entire structure to America in 11,000 crates, making it one of the oldest European buildings in the Western Hemisphere.
GPS coordinates: 25.92917,-80.15472
Latest update: March 9, 2025 06:07
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