Convent of the Puras (Almeria)
It is the oldest convent in Almeria (built in 1515) and represents one of the most important artistic constructions in the city, declared as a “Cultural Interest” in 1982.
Of the edification stands out the church, the cloister and the access zone with a 19th century cover.
In the framework of the Spanish Civil War, the militias took it over to use it as a barracks until the end of the war. The convent is the work of Ángel Ortiz de Villajos, a renowned Spanish architect.
Of the edification stands out the church, the cloister and the access zone with a 19th century cover.
In the framework of the Spanish Civil War, the militias took it over to use it as a barracks until the end of the war. The convent is the work of Ángel Ortiz de Villajos, a renowned Spanish architect.
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Christian Almeria
Muslim Almeria
Contemporary Almeria
Museums in Almeria
