Domus Dei Itineraries The West's main religious orders (Benedictines, Franciscans, Dominicans, Order of St. Claire, Carmelites, Jesuits, Augustinians, Mercedarians, etc) erected convents and monasteries around the Apostle's basilica starting from the Middle Ages. Mainly in charge of looking after the tomb and providing services and accommodation for pilgrims, these orders made a huge contribution to the city: their centuries-old knowledge of pharmacy and medicine (which gave rise to Santiago's present-day medical-healthcare fame), their educational vocation (which contributed to the establishment of the University), their devotion (their saints became the city's saints), their architectural and artistic traditions (to which Santiago owes its monumental splendour)... Domus Dei, “the house of God”, is a series of thematic itineraries around Santiago de Compostela's main religiousheritage attractions.
Enclosed Convents Itinerary A tour around sites of contemplation and silence Enveloped in an aura of mystery, hidden behind high walls, shutters and lattices, time seems to stand still in enclosed monasteries. These are places of silence, serenity, an austere and contemplative lifestyle, of commitment to God. We suggest an itinerary around Santiago de Compostela's enclosed convents, so that you can discover their history, heritage and daily routine, while immersing yourself in their atmosphere of meditation and peace. And, naturally, so that you can try the nuns' exquisite cakes or enjoy their Gregorian chants during offices. Route: (see map at back) 1. Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced (Mercedarians) 2. Convent of Santa María de Belvís (Dominicans) 3. Convent of Santa Clara (Order of St. Claire) 4. Convent of El Carmen (Carmelites) 5. Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares (Benedictines) Difficulty: Medium-low. Duration: 2 hours and 30 min approx.
Historic Churches Itinerary Art, history and religion Santiago de Compostela has an amazing total of 30 historic churches. These were erected throughout the centuries by the Archbishopric or the many religious orders present in the city; they also reflect the devotion of Compostela's brotherhoods and wealthiest residents. Their number and importance reveal Santiago de Compostela's importance as one of Europe's main religious destinations from the Middle Ages to the present.
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Route: (see map at back) 1. Church of Santa Salomé 2. Church and Convent of Orfas 3. Church of La Universidad or La Compañía 4. Church of San Fiz de Solovio 5. Church of Santo Agostiño 6. Church of Santa María do Camiño 7. Church and Convent of San Domigos de Bonaval 8. Church of Ánimas 9. Church of San Miguel dos Agros 10. Church and Monastery of San Martiño Pinario Difficulty: Low. Duration: 2 hours and 30 min approx.
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