Monasterio Del Santo Eccehomo
Monasterio Del Santo Eccehomo
Monasterio Del Santo Eccehomo
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Jose Fernandez
Barcelona, Spain2,522 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
It is very well preserved and well worth a visit. It is a religious space guarded by the Dominican Friars of the Province of San LuĂs Bertrán of Colombia which was founded on March 15, 1620. Its name comes from a biblical passage whose Latin expression can be translated as “Behold the Man” ( John 19:5).
The structure of this space corresponds to the models of Spanish convents and is part of the Mudejar art of New Granada.
Due to its heritage importance and the architectural characteristics that correspond to a Spanish-Oriental construction, it was declared a national monument.
It consists of the characteristic elements of a convent of Dominican friars: a chapel, a cloister, spaces for study, the Chapter Hall and areas arranged for fraternity and work.
The structure of this space corresponds to the models of Spanish convents and is part of the Mudejar art of New Granada.
Due to its heritage importance and the architectural characteristics that correspond to a Spanish-Oriental construction, it was declared a national monument.
It consists of the characteristic elements of a convent of Dominican friars: a chapel, a cloister, spaces for study, the Chapter Hall and areas arranged for fraternity and work.

Written December 26, 2023
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TAMAN1951
Liberty Lake, WA8,913 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Lovely grounds and well maintained.
Not very crowded and easy to maneuver.
Great story about the entry of the Catholics and their interactions with the indigenous people of the area.
A little off the beaten path but worth a visit.
Loved the way fossils were integrated into the masonry.
Not very crowded and easy to maneuver.
Great story about the entry of the Catholics and their interactions with the indigenous people of the area.
A little off the beaten path but worth a visit.
Loved the way fossils were integrated into the masonry.
Written September 4, 2022
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superviajero3
edinburgh66 contributions
Oct 2019
Interesting option to spend a reflective and quiet afternoon in a Dominican monastery founded in 1620. There is a striking depiction of Jesus Christ's face in the church, beautiful courtyard, one can also learn some historical facts about monastic life and see fossil encrusted floors and walls. Well worth a visit
Written December 6, 2019
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Alberto R
Montreal, Canada112 contributions
Feb 2018 • Friends
Went therefor a wedding after almost 45 years of my first visit as a kid. Gorgeous environment. A good cultural visit very close to Villa de Leyva. Only don't trust Waze when going there. Use only the paved man road until you see the sign for the monastery. We had a bad experience as Waze sent us via a trail almost impossible for a car.
Written February 26, 2018
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jwhitehouse
Oakland, CA842 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Highly recommend this place for it’s long history and excellent condition. Nice setting up in the hills.
Not lazy Susan in dining room.
Not lazy Susan in dining room.
Written February 9, 2020
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Erik M
Stockholm, Sweden41 contributions
Oct 2019 • Solo
Despite VdL being a beautiful town, I feel like a visit to this monastery is the highlight of my stay in VdL. The 5k COP entrance fee is nothing compared to the views you’ll get inside. A stunning inside garden area and some smaller rooms with interesting artifacts. I was happy I decided to keep pushing on my MTB to the top of the steep hill.
Written October 21, 2019
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tomfor2
Geneva, Switzerland117 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
A nice place to spend an hour or so, the serenity of that place was remarkable. There are a few religious objects to see, though they will probably not blow your mind.
Written August 25, 2019
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Rosario_it
Belgium1,759 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
During my trip to Villa de Leyva I visited also this monastery located some km. outside the town.
Inside there are some religious objects and some description about the life of religious people living here in the past.
Very mystical place.
Inside there are some religious objects and some description about the life of religious people living here in the past.
Very mystical place.
Written April 15, 2019
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Andrea S
Bogota, Colombia7 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
The entrance costs 5,000 pesos. Very well kept, beautiful garden, very clean. There is no guide, but every room has a short explanation. To recommend!
Written November 25, 2018
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Edward
Santa Rosa, CA3,236 contributions
Jan 2018 • Family
This is a large, historic Spanish monastery set in the countryside not far from the towns of Villa de Leyva, Sutamarchán, and Ráquira. It is extensive with the rooms described and a large courtyard with a lush and colourful garden. It is very peaceful and well with a visit. For me, being from California, it also made me feel a bit like I was home since it is similar in look, feel, and climate to some of the California Spanish missions, only larger and grander.
Written June 17, 2018
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jennymsm
Bogota, Colombia
Cual es el horario de atenciĂłn para semana santa? Precio de entrada?
Written March 27, 2021
Cual es el horario en fines de semana?
Written December 21, 2019
Muy buenas tardes.
En la pagina del monasterio se informa que abren al publico de Lunes a Viernes de 8:00 am a 5:00 pm
Written December 23, 2019
Hi, how far is it from Villa de Leyva? HOW MUCH IS THE ADMISSION TICKET? And how long is the tour for?
Written June 1, 2019
20 min by car. Entrance was about 12,000 Colombian pesos
Written August 25, 2019
kilegnam
Bogota, Colombia
hola, le agradezco por su comentario, sera que me puede brindar una información de horario, usted sabe si se puede visitar el convento los sábados y si tambien tiene la información del precio, se le agradezco
cordialmente
Written January 11, 2018
Cuanto cuesta la entrada al lugar?
Written February 14, 2017
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