The interior boasts figures by the master sculptor Gregorio Fernández
Convent of Santa Teresa (Church)
The building stands on the site of the birthplace of Saint Teresa of Ávila and since 1999 has housed a museum. It also conserves part of the original kitchen garden. The chapels of El Carmen and La Santa contain the rooms where Saint Teresa was born.
Dating back to the 17th century, this convent stands out for its Baroque façade. The interior features several side naves boasting magnificent figures by the master sculptor Gregorio Fernández.
There is also a Chamber of Relics.
Historical Data
- Architecture:
- Religious architecture
- Construction:
- Monastery / Convent
- Predominant styles:
- Baroque
- Historical Period:
- Early modern period
Address
Plaza de la Santa, 2. Ávila. 05001 Ávila.
Telephone: 920 211 030 / 920 220 708
Website: http://www.teresadejesus.com/
More information
Centro de Recepción de Visitantes of Ávila
Avda. Madrid, 39. Ávila. 05001 Ávila.
Telephone: 920 354 000 ext. 370 y 371
Fax: 920 254 200
Email: turismo@ayuntavila.com
Website: http://www.avilaturismo.com
Oficina de Turismo Regional of Ávila
Casa de las Carnicerías. C/ San Segundo, 17. Ávila. 05001 Ávila.
Teléfono: 920 211 387
Fax: 920 253 717
Opening hours
- From January, 1 to December, 31:
- Monday to saturday: 9:30 – 13.00 and 15:30 – 19:30
- Sundays and holidays: 9:30 – 11:00 and 15:30 – 19:00
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