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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Alvaro Hernandez

July 25, 2023

The Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is one of the most important buildings in Spain, not only because of its size, but also because of its historical and architectural value. It was built in the 16th century by order of King Felipe II and was considered the eighth wonder of the world. It is currently a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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LaraFY

November 18, 2022

An impressive monastery with an interesting history that is a UN World Heritage site. It is worth taking a guided tour as there is so much to see and it is easy to miss entire sections. The library is especially beautiful. Photos are not allowed inside.

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

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