Convento de los Agustinos facts for kids
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| Coordinates | 36°58′5″N 2°36′31″W / 36.96806°N 2.60861°W |
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| Location | Huécija, Almeria, Spain |
| Beginning date | 16th century |
| Completion date | 1729 |
The Augustinian Convent (in Spanish: Convento de los Agustinos) is a very important building in Huécija, a town in the province of Almería, Spain. It has a beautiful Baroque church. This church was once part of a larger monastery. The monastery was run by a group of monks called the Augustinians.
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History of the Convent
How the Monastery Started
The Augustinian monastery was built in the 1500s. Its main purpose was to connect with the local people. Many of these people were Moriscos. Moriscos were Muslims who had been forced to become Christians. The monastery wanted to help them learn about Christianity.
Challenges and Rebuilding
The convent faced some tough times. In 1522, a big earthquake caused damage to the church. Later, in 1568, during a time of conflict called the Rebellion of the Alpujarras, the church was set on fire. It was badly damaged.
But the people didn't give up on it. The church was rebuilt and made new in the 1700s. The work was finished in 1729.
Later Years of the Convent
In the 1800s, the monastery had to close down. This happened because of new laws in Spain. These laws were called the desamortización. They meant that the government took control of many church properties. Even though the monastery closed, the church itself stayed open. It is still used today for religious services.
See also
- In Spanish: Convento de los Agustinos (Huécija) para niños
