San Miguel Royal Monastery

Liria, Spain

San Miguel Royal Monastery, is located in Liria, near València. Located in a peaceful place that fosters meditation and respite, San Miguel Monastery sits on a hill among Bronze Age remains and alongside an Iberian settlement said to be linked to the ancient town of Edeta. Findings and research carried out have concluded that this historic site in Llíria was particularly important during Roman times. The site boasts spectacular views of the surrounding scenery and you can now visit both the Monastery and the Iberian remains for a journey back in time.

San Miguel Royal Monastery as we know it today dates back to 1326 when King James II set out to create a secluded sanctuary for prayer. The King’s wish was fulfilled for 500 years until the church fell into the hands of a religious order. Featuring a neoclassical style, the church is home to fascinating frescoes, paintings, sculptures by renowned artists and impressive gold work.

Today, you can pay the monastery a visit as part of your trip to Llíria by arranging a guided tour in which the site’s history and tales unfold before you. 

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Liria, Spain
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Founded: 1406
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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Paul Egan (8 months ago)
What beautiful architecture and such a tranquil air, we couldn't believe free entry, well worth a visit.
Geoff Smith (15 months ago)
Wow, I went a few years back but remember it well. Lovely views, lots to see. The road was closed at the time due to road works so walking up in the summer heat was a bit of a struggle but worth it. Brilliant place
Mary Garcia (16 months ago)
The view from the top is so amazing. You can see the beauty of the whole town. Another place worth a visit.
jamie j (19 months ago)
I was looking for a spot to watch the sunset with my family and randomly came across this on Google maps. What a gem! If you are driving, it has a car park at the top however, it's very narrow and windy and if you are going through the town, it can be an issue for those less confident due to the narrow path like roads between the buildings. The monastery was closed when we arrived at around 8pm. This was okay as we were after the view, so anything else is a bonus. It wasn't overly busy but there were a few different groups up there spread out that had hiked up using various paths surrounding the hill. The people were lovely and just wanted to chat. The views were spectacular. You could see as far as valencia in one direction and everything else in the others. It is really beautiful and a must see for anybody that lives near or is stopping near.
P. (3 years ago)
Great views and an easy climb up. There is a bar upstairs but it seems closed.
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