Monasterio del Corpus Christi
15th-century Dominican monastery 15th-century Dominican monastery on the Corporals chapel of the 13th century, with a Valencian Gothic cloister of Eucharistic capitals., with a Valencian Gothic cloister of Eucharistic capitals.
Outside Llutxent, the Corpus Christi monastery is a 14th-century Dominican house raised over the chapel of the 13th-century Corporals miracle. Its Valencian Gothic cloister carries capitals with Eucharistic themes.
History
The monastery grew around the chapel that keeps The monastery grew around the chapel that keeps the cloths of the Eucharistic miracle of the 13th century, which made Llutxent a pilgrimage point., which made Llutxent a pilgrimage point. Dominican friars ran the house and its lands for centuries.
What to see
The cloister capitals first, then the church and the Corporals chapel. In town, complete the visit with the Asunción parish; walkers add the Xio castle ruins.
Tips for your visit
- Museum use is reported; confirm visits with the town hall before going.
- Allow about an hour for the visit.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Corpus Christi monastery?
A 15th-century Dominican monastery A 15th-century Dominican monastery on the chapel of the Corporals miracle of the 13th century..
What is worth seeing?
The Valencian Gothic cloister with Eucharistic capitals and the Corporals chapel.
Can you visit it?
Confirm visits with the Llutxent town hall; museum use is reported.
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