Granada Charterhouse

Granada, Spain

Granada Charterhouse  is one of the finest examples of Spanish Baroque architecture. The charterhouse was founded in 1506; construction started ten years later, and continued for the following 300 years. While the exterior is a tame ember in comparison, the interior of the monastery's is a flamboyant explosion of ornamentation. Its complex echoing geometric surfaces make of it one of the masterpieces of Churrigueresque style.

The most striking features include the tabernacle, constructed to a design by Francisco Hurtado Izquierdo, the church and the famous sacristy, built between 1727 and 1764 by Luis de Arévalo and F. Manuel Vasquez. The charterhouse displays an extensive collection of paintings, prominent among which the works of Fray Juan Sánchez Cotán.

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Founded: 1506
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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Galib Bin Mohammad (2 years ago)
Amazing monastery! Glittering and Full of relics! Spent couple of hours with peace. The shop of the monastery has beautiful materials too.
Anthony Chan (2 years ago)
Although a bit faraway from the city centre, it is worth coming here. The interior is very beautiful especially the chapel. There isnt a lot of tourists compared to the other sights so u can spend a lot of time there. Would be better if we are allowed access up to the second floor to take pictures of the orangerie.
A. S. (2 years ago)
It was worth a visit and the price was fair. It is far from the city center, but there is a direct bus connection. I would not put it on top of my to-do list, but a nice one if you have free time that you want to fill.
Juan Sebastián Moncayo (2 years ago)
A bit distant from the town centre, but definitely worth the visit, especially as it is very quiet and nice to enjoy. The church is loaded with details to see. The sacristy is very beautiful, and considered by the monastery the most beautiful in the world; which is hard to challenge: the use of light and art and architecture makes you feel peace and wonder around every corner. In my opinion this place is a must visit while in Granada.
Aytek Gül (2 years ago)
St. Bruno's orders' church. Interior and sculptures, marbel furnitures are a must see. Great paintings and a n average story telling involved as well
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