Monasterio de San Jerónimo, A Renaissance Gem of Spiritual Solace

Calle Rector López Argueta 9 (translated: Rector López Argueta Street 9)

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Introduction

The Monastery of Saint Jerome, located in Granada, Spain, is a Roman Catholic Augustinian monastery built during the Renaissance period with architectural style of that era. Its church is the world's first church dedicated to the Immaculate Conception of Mary and was built over 9 years (1513-1522) following strict architectural planning. The history of the monastery dates back to the final stage of the Reconquista, when the Catholic Monarchs, Isabella I and Ferdinand II, founded the monastery during the siege of Granada in 1504 and moved into the city. Despite its ups and downs, including the invasion of Napoleon's army, the monastery has remained strong and stood until the monks were expelled, leaving the monastery in ruins. The tower was also demolished and the stones were used to repair a bridge. However, from 1916 to 1920, the monastery was restored by the government and regained its vitality, greeting visitors with its new appearance. In 1989, the tower was re-erected, complementing the other buildings of the monastery and showcasing its majestic appearance.