Convento de San Pascual, Aranjuez facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Convent of San Pascual |
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| Native name Spanish: Convento de San Pascual |
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| Location | Aranjuez, Spain |
| Architect | Francesco Sabatini |
| Official name: Convento de San Pascual | |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1999 |
| Reference no. | RI-51-0010465 |
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The Convent of San Pascual is a special building in Aranjuez, Spain. It was built a long time ago, between 1765 and 1770. A king named Charles III of Spain started it as a place for Franciscan monks.
Later, during the time of Queen Isabel II of Spain, it became home to Conceptionist nuns. Today, it is managed by a group called Patrimonio Nacional, which looks after important Spanish heritage sites.
Who Built It?
The person who designed this beautiful building was an Italian architect named Francesco Sabatini. He was a very famous architect in his time.
Inside the main altar, there is a special painting. It was created by a well-known artist called Anton Raphael Mengs.
A Protected Landmark
Because of its history and beauty, the Convent of San Pascual was declared a Bien de Interés Cultural in 1999. This means it is a very important cultural landmark in Spain and is protected by law.
