The hermitage, built in granite stone, flint and brick masonry, consists of three naves. On the main altar, where the image of Sonsoles is located, a ribbed vault rises. Although its predominant style is baroque, it also presents Gothic elements due to renovations and reconstructions over time. The current hermitage was the work of Martín de Solózano in the 15th century, who was commissioned to demolish the previous building. The image of Our Lady of Sonsoles, created and hidden before the Muslim invasion, has been venerated since the 13th century. Illustrious personalities of Spain, such as Saint Teresa of Jesús and the painter Valeriano Domínguez Becquer, have visited this sanctuary. Even the then infante Don Juan Carlos de Borbón visited it in 1960.
If you ever have the opportunity, I recommend visiting this place full of history and devotion. 🙏🌟

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TenaciousD

September 27, 2023

A few kilometers south of the old city you reach the Sanctuary. The building that remains today dates back to the 15th century and replaces an older monastery that was located on this land. There is a nice picnic area for you to rest and eat something outdoors before heading back to town.

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Location: Ávila, Avila, Ávila, Castile and León, Spain

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