The Vilavella Convent in Redondela is a historic complex dating back to the 16th century. Founded by García Prego de Montaos in 1554, this convent belonged to the order of San Lorenzo Justiniano.
The convent includes a church that has preserved its original structure over the centuries. The church has a rectangular nave divided into five sections by transverse arches, which correspond on the outside with buttresses.⛪😎🚶‍♀️

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January 23, 2024

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Nestled at the entrance to Redondela, along the Interior Way to Santiago, The Vilavella Convent is a cherished gem belonging to the order of San Lorenzo Justiniano, its roots reaching back to its founding year in 1554. While the passage of time has left its mark, the church remains a testament to its enduring history.

Jan R

June 5, 2023

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Vilavella Convent
The Vilavella Convent, at the entrance to the town of Redondela as you arrive from the Interior Way to Santiago, belongs to the order of San Lorenzo Justiniano. …

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