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Convent de San Bernardino de Siena

Calle 49 # 238 | Barrio de Sisal, Valladolid 97780, Mexico
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Ranked #6 of 18 attractions in Valladolid
Type: Historic Sites
Owner description: One of the most important Franciscan edifices in the New World. The Convent of San Bernardino de Siena is a silent sentinel to the history of the... more » Owner description: One of the most important Franciscan edifices in the New World. The Convent of San Bernardino de Siena is a silent sentinel to the history of the early days of the Spanish conquest and the Christianization of the Maya region. Visit the museographic salon to learn more about the secrets of the "Cenote Sis Ha" located under the gardens; admire the sixteenth century wall frescos and sacred art around the many chapels.  If you visit Valladolid during May come and enjoy the yearly Art and Music Festival incorporating some of the oldest traditional festivities of Yucatan. Featuring musical concerts, art exhibits, theatrical representations and lectures on art, architecture, history and more.Please be aware that the Convent is one of the most important places of Catholic worship and proper attire is requested. Open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 6pm. « less
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San Francisco, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

This old convent is beautiful in and of itself, but it also has some really interesting historical exhibits. One is about the research they are doing about the cenote on the premises in which they have discovered all sorts of interesting historical artifacts. As a tourist without a lot of knowledge of the area, I thought it was really interesting... More

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Almeria, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

Visited at night time and got lost inside, couldn't believe I was walking on my own through corridors and a big patio, going past valuable works of art and nobody ever noticed! Took me a while to find my way out but it definitely deserves a visit during the day.

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Toronto
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

The cenote on the property and the museum. Leave lots of time and get a guide. The restaurant next door s very good for dinner so plan accordingly.

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Montreal, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

beautiful and very old convent. Artifacts,photos and nice yard with animals roaming around. A very enjoyable outing and very easy to access from the town cental park or zocalo.

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Massillon, Ohio, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

A really beautiful and interesting building to explore. Neat to learn more about the city's colonial history.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

We spent about 20 minutes here It is free to visit and close to the main square. While we liked seeing the site it was an add on and we would not recommend a special visit. If passing by do stop in.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

Worth investigating. Walk up and down the stairs. Poke into rooms. And wander out back. There is an interesting pool type structure with a bridge. Looks like it was a pool. But for nuns? Or?

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

We went on a Sunday after mass, what a peaceful experience. The sign boards around the property explain things very well. It was a nice way to escape the heat and let your mind wander in the stillness of the building.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012

Unfortunately most of the artifacts are gone but the building and church are nice. Can spend owner two leisurely hours there.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2012

A monastery with much interest and well kept up and it is easy to get to. I would suggest certainly leaving time to go there.

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