Monastery of San Jerónimo de Buenavista

Seville, Spain

Monastery of San Jerónimo de Buenavista is a former monastery located in the San Jerónimo neighborhood of Seville. It was founded in 1414 by Father Diego Martínez de Medina. In 1966, it was bought by Carmen Iglesias Zubiada, who turned it into a private residence. In 1984, it was acquired by the Seville City Council. In 2015, it was turned into a neighborhood civic center.

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Founded: 1414
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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Podarge Gris (3 years ago)
Very enchanting. Extremely large cloister. Only first floor available. This is where many of Murillo’s paintings come from!
Victoria Arbizu (4 years ago)
The monastery of San Jerónimo de Buenavista, founded in 1414, currently functions as a civic center. Despite its unfinished restoration work, it still has its architectural and historical charm.
Angel Fernandez Millan (4 years ago)
Magnificent cloister under restoration. The only thing missing is a bicycle rack at the door. You can also visit the temporary exhibitions at the Civic Center. Recommendable.
Carmen Maestre (5 years ago)
Another example of the negligence of the administration, Seville city council. Competent staff. It was a great monastery that has been allowed to disappear
Pedro Gil (5 years ago)
The Monastery of San Jerónimo de Buenavista is not exactly in its best state of conservation, but it is still worth the visit. The staff in charge of guiding the visit is very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the place. The most striking thing is the tower and the patio, but there are other things to see.
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