San Josè, Calahorra

Geschichte

The monastery was founded in 1598 by a group of nuns who came from various Carmelite monasteries established by Santa Teresa de Ávila. The Calahorran townspeople wanted a symbolic presence of the saint in their town and the nuns honoured their request. The community was begun without the patronage of a noble or wealthy family. During the early years of their residency, the nuns lived in absolute poverty, supported solely by the local populace. At one point, Don José Gonzales de la Uzqueta (uncle of one of the nuns) proposed building a monastery and church if the nuns declared him their Patrono. They did. The structures were built and occupied by the nuns.

Essen & Getränke

Meals are not supplied with the lodging. Guests must self-cater using the kitchen available.

Andere Einrichtungen

Towels and linens are supplied. There is a kitchen, dining room and meeting room that guests may use.