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Monasterio de Santo Domingo de Silos

1 Calle Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo de Silos, Castilla y León

Description

The Benedictine Abbey of Santo Domingo de Silos was founded as early as the 7th century but acquired its current name in the 11th century when Dominic of Silos was entrusted to renovate the abbey. The highlight is the 2-storey Romanesque cloister embellished by large capitals with carved scenes. The other areas that can be visited are the library, the pharmacy, and the museum where some of the preserved artwork is displayed.

Access & Transport

The monastery is in the village of Santo Domingo de Silos, in the southern part of Burgos Province, 55km southeast from the city of Burgos. Take the N-234 and turn right onto BU-291.

Instructions & Recommendations

Note the narrow opening hours before heading there and only cash payment is accepted. For those keen on some outdoor activity, the Cañón del Río Lobos Natural Park is a 40mins drive away.

Meta review

The monastery is famous for its Romanesque cloister and the majority of online reviewers do confirm they very much enjoyed it along with the sense of peace that exudes from it. However, there is a minority who thought it was worth the detour but would not rank it among the most impressive in the country though the Gregorian chant of the monks makes it a special experience.

Environmental & Social

Environmentally neutral Part of the region's architectural and cultural heritage and brings some economic influx to the village

Conclusion

The Monastery of Santo Domingo de Silos is a gem for those with a keen interest in Romanesque art and architecture but, for others, it does not warrant a special trip. Works well for road trippers travelling through the area as well.

Key positive

One of the best examples of Romanesque art in the region

Key negative

Limited opening hours

Suitability

No restrictions but visitors with reduced mobility will not be able to access the upper floor of the cloister

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Closed on 25 Dec and 01 Jan

av. transport time:1h

est. visit time:1h

Regulated hours
Period 1

MONDAY -

TUESDAY10:00 - 13:00

WEDNESDAY10:00 - 13:00

THURSDAY10:00 - 13:00

FRIDAY10:00 - 13:00

SATURDAY10:00 - 13:00

SUNDAY12:00 - 13:00

Period 2

MONDAY -

TUESDAY16:30 - 18:00

WEDNESDAY16:30 - 18:00

THURSDAY16:30 - 18:00

FRIDAY16:30 - 18:00

SATURDAY16:30 - 18:00

SUNDAY16:00 - 18:00

Pricing
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
65 - 99
€4
Adult
12 - 64
€4
Child
3 - 11
€0
Infant
0 - 2
€0
Price for students is 3 euros

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