Monastery of San Pedro de Rocas
Monasterio de San Pedro de Rocas
An abandoned 6th-century monastery features a medieval map of the known world.

πŸ“œ Ancient monastery excavated in natural rock, dating back to the 6th century.
πŸ” Features a unique rock-cut church and a medieval world map fresco.

Why Go

⛰️ Explore unique rock-cut architecture
πŸ—ΊοΈ See a rare medieval world map fresco
🚢 Discover a site with over a millennium of history
β›ͺ Visit one of Galicia's oldest Christian temples

Tips

πŸ’‘ Visit the Ribeira Sacra Interpretation Centre on site.
πŸ’§ Don't miss the San Bieito Fountain, believed to have miraculous waters.

Cost

πŸ’° Free admission.

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily, hours vary by season (closed Mondays Oct-Mar).

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Available nearby, follow signs from Esgos.

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