Old San Juan - Dominican Convent Convento de los Dominicos
Built by Dominican friars in 1523, the Dominican Convent (Convento de los Dominicos) has served as a convent and later as a shelter from Carib Indian raids. After the Spanish-American War, the U.S. used the Dominican Convent as an Army headquarters. Presently, the restored building provides a venue for musical concerts on the patio.
This picturesque white domed building dominates the Plaza San Juan and make for interesting photographic opportunities.
This picturesque white domed building dominates the Plaza San Juan and make for interesting photographic opportunities.
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The Dominican Convent; Convento de los Dominicos is considered an excellent example of colonial architecture and has been beautifully restored. The Dominican Convent; Convento de los Dominicos also has a store selling arts and crafts along with music and books.