Reg.Nr. 87-E/130

Monastery of Santa Maria la Real, Aguilar de Campoo

Built in 12th century with several additions, 1209: church and chapter house, important extensions and additions from 15th to 18th century. The monastery was abandoned 1837 and fell into decay. Most of the roofs were lacking and had to be re-built. Extensive restoration of the ...
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Project details

Title:Monastery of Santa Maria la Real, Aguilar de Campoo
Entr. year: 1987
Result:Medal
Country: Spain
Town: Aguilar de Campoo, Palencia (Castile and Leon)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Monastery
Actual use:University building, school building
Built: 12th century
Architect / Proj.leader: D. Jose Maria Perez Gonzales, Amigos del Monasterio de Santa Maria la Real
The Jury's citation: "For the outstanding restoration of the monastery and its transformation into an education centre"
Web, Links:

www.arteguias.com/monasterio/aguilar.htm

Description:
Built in 12th century with several additions, 1209: church and chapter house, important extensions and additions from 15th to 18th century. The monastery was abandoned 1837 and fell into decay. Most of the roofs were lacking and had to be re-built. Extensive restoration of the monastery from a state of decay back to its original appearance and new use as university and for educational purposes.