Monasteries
Sense the centuries of history
Monastery of Sancti Spíritus
14th century building from 1307, next to Jewish cemetery. Founded by Doña Teresa Gil. Highlights: Floor paved with tiles, 14th century panelling, church armour, chapel vault, Baroque main altarpiece, 16th century cloister.
The church choir has three tombs. Contains the tombs of several Queens, the one belonging to Doña Beatriz de Portugal is supported by ten lion heads made in alabaster. The Moorish roof of the church contains a series of painted murals in Gothic style. Contains local museum of Arte Sacro.
The mortal remains of the Toresan conductor, Jesús López Cobos, who died in 2018, rest in this monastery.
Historical Data
- Architecture:
- Religious architecture
- Construction:
- Monastery / Convent
- Predominant styles:
- Mudejar
- Historical Period:
- Middle Ages
Address
More information
Tourist Office of Toro
Plaza Mayor, 6. Toro. 49800 Zamora.
Telephone: 980 694 747
Email: turismo@toroayto.es
Website: https://www.turismotoro.com
Tourist Office Regional of Zamora
Avda. Principe de Asturias, 1. Zamora. 49012 Zamora.
Telephone: 980 531 845
Email: oficinadeturismodezamora@jcyl.es
Website: http://www.turismocastillayleon.com
Opening hours
- From December, 10 to March, 29:
- Closed: monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday, friday, saturday, sunday and holidays
- From March, 30 to December, 9:
- Tuesday to sunday: . Guided tours:10:30,11:30,12:30,16:30,17:30
Tickets
- General: 6 €
- Groups: 4 €
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