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The massive El Escorial countryside building contains - under one roof - a striking royal pantheon, palace, monastery, basilica, library, school, and art collection.
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El Escorial
must-see attractions
Royal
Crypt
All but three of the kings that ruled Spain over the past five
centuries are interned in this ornately stunning mausoleum.
Basilica
Its high altar and backdrop are decorated with gold and precious artwork.
Library
Rare historic books and manuscripts fill this richly decorated room.
Art
Galleries
You see works by master artists including Titian, Velasquez and
El Greco.
Philip
II Chambers
The relative simplicity of King Philip's living quarters in Escorial reflects the lifestyle of this powerful, deeply religious king.
There is also an interesting monastery, but it is not open to the public because it is operational.
Why
it was built
King Philip II built El Escorial (1557-84) for many purposes, including as a final resting place for his royal parents, himself, and his kings-to-be descendants.
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