Las Comendadoras de Santiago Convent

The Convent was founded thanks to Felipe IV, in the year 1650. The works were designed by the architects Manuel and Jose del Olmo. The church plan deviates from Jesuit typology as it is a Greek cross plan with four equal arms finishing in the form of an apse, making a big cross over which there is an impressive cupola. The high altar is presided by a painting of Lucas Jordan, depicting Santiago fighting in the battle of Clavijo. The sacristy is the work of Moradillo, before the convent was built;this was performed according to a design by Francois Carlier.

Practical info:
Construction: Convent
Artistic period: Baroque
Historic period: 17th century
Setting: Barracks of Conde Duque, Church of Montserrat, Salesas Nuevas.

Prices:
General: €5

Useful information:
From Jan 01 to Dec 31
Monday
From 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
By prior appointment.