Built at the end of the 16th century on a plan in the form of a grill,
the instrument of the martyrdom of St Lawrence, the Escurial Monastery
stands in an exceptionally beautiful site in Castile. Its austere
architecture, a break with previous styles, had a considerable influence
on Spanish architecture for more than half a century. It was the
retreat of a mystic king and became, in the last years of Philip II's
reign, the centre of the greatest political power of the time.
This place looks impressive! Many thanks to Laura who sent this from her trip.
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