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Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

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Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

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    October 19, 2022

    Hiking

    A visit that you cannot miss! The monastery has been a world heritage site since 1984 and is one of the best ways to appreciate and understand the "golden" era of Spain reigned by Philip II.

    You can consult the official website for visiting hours and purchase tickets

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    August 18, 2025

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    The Monastery of El Escorial was built by King Philip II in the 16th century to commemorate a military victory and serve as a royal pantheon for the Habsburg dynasty.
    Designed by architects Juan Bautista de Toledo and Juan de Herrera, it is characterized by its sober, Renaissance style. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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    August 18, 2025

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    The Monastery of El Escorial was built by King Philip II in the 16th century to commemorate a military victory and serve as a royal pantheon for the Habsburg dynasty.
    Designed by architects Juan Bautista de Toledo and Juan de Herrera, it is characterized by its sober, Renaissance style. Today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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    Elevation 1,030 m

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    Location: San Lorenzo De El Escorial, Guadarrama, Madrid, Spain

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