Monastery of Santo Spirito, Medieval monastery in Agrigento, Italy
The monastery presents a Gothic portal entrance leading to a cloister with a central garden, double lancet windows, and pointed arch architectural elements.
The Chiaramonte family, powerful Sicilian nobles, commissioned the construction of Santo Spirito Monastery in 1299, incorporating Norman and Swabian architectural influences.
Cistercian nuns maintain residence in the monastery, continuing their religious practices while producing traditional Sicilian sweets such as almond pastries and pistachio couscous.
The monastery opens Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with Saturday hours from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
The first floor contains medieval frescoes and dormitories, while the top floor houses a civic museum displaying archaeological artifacts and ethnographic collections.
Location: Agrigento
Inception: 1299
Architectural style: Chiaramonte style
Website: https://monasterosspirito.wixsite.com/agrigento
GPS coordinates: 37.31136,13.58378
Latest update: March 7, 2025 08:51
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