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The Monastery of San Pedro de Rocas is one of the oldest and most unique monasteries in Galicia, located in the municipality of Esgos, in the province of Ourense. This monastery stands out for being partially excavated in the rock, which gives it a unique and mysterious character. The foundation of the monastery dates back to the 6th century, although most of the structures visible today date from the 9th and 10th centuries. The monastery church is composed of three naves excavated in the rock, with a series of anthropomorphic tombs also carved in the stone. Outside, you can see a bell tower that was added in the 15th century. San Pedro de Rocas is known not only for its architecture, but also for its natural environment, surrounded by forests and mountains, making it a place of great beauty and tranquility. The monastery has been declared a Historic-Artistic Monument and is an important tourist and pilgrimage destination.

Around the hills of the Chaira five mills are found, walking beside the Loña river: mill of Sr. Xosé, Zapateiro mill, Cambeiro mill, Orentino mill and Faba mill. A beautiful attraction with which, in addition, you can learn about the engineering behind each one of the mills.

Mirador del Monte da Chaira, located about 400 meters away, offers a beautiful view of the Cachamuiña reservoir.

The Vilouxe natural viewpoint offers one of the best views of the meander of Coto das Boedas, in the Sil Canyon. The 700 meters of altitude that fall vertically into the river leave an impressive panoramic view of one of the most emblematic points of the Ribeira Sacra.

Beautiful viewpoint with excellent views of the Sil canyon, near the junction between the Sil and Miño rivers, in the Ribeira Sacra area.

Small church on the outskirts of Quinta do Monte. San Bieito has a rectangular plan with a single nave and granite walls.

Excavated in the natural rock of the mountains near the town of Esgos in Ourense is the abandoned monastery of San Pedro de Rocas. This ancient cult building is considered one of the oldest in Galicia and the only one that still retains part of its original structure.

Some beautiful views.