Old San Juan - Dominican Convent

(Local Name: 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. 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.