A huge monastery of palace architecture,
El Escorial
The Escorial Monastery is a large monastery and palace complex located northwest of Madrid, Spain. Built in the 16th century, it is a symbol of the golden age of the Spanish Empire and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making it a must-see when visiting Madrid.
A product of the Spanish Renaissance,
El Escorial Monastery
El Escorial is the most important building of the Spanish Renaissance. It is a monastery that exhibits the works of the greatest artists of the time, and you can feel the originality of the Pantheon, which was the tomb of the kings of Spain for the past 500 years. You can also admire the manuscripts from the 15th and 16th centuries in the Royal Library.
Main viewing points
The El Escorial Monastery is a complex of buildings including a monastery, a cathedral, and gardens. It is a building that symbolizes the power and religious beliefs of the Spanish royal family.
address :
El Escorial Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Av Juan de Borbón y Battemberg, s/n, 28200 San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Madrid, Spain
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Hours of Operation:
Closed every Monday and Friday.
Tuesday - Thursday, Saturday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
※ Admission closes 1 hour before closing time.
※ Operating hours vary by season. Please refer to the official website for details.
Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial