Art and culture
“Fray Daniel” Franciscan Interpretation Centre
The centre is situated in the Convent of San Benito, and tells us about the life of St Francis of Assisi and the members of the order.
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- Centro de Interpretación franciscano “Fray Daniel”
The centre explores the history of the religious order, from St Francis of Assisi to the present day
Location and Contact:
- Contact person: Ayuntamiento de Segura de León
- Tel.:+34 924 70 30 11
- Tel.:+34 924 70 30 61
- Fax: +34 924 70 31 09
- Email: segura@dip-badajoz.es
- Website address: www.seguradeleon.es
- Opening times
It can be visited by prior arrangement with the Segura de León Town Council Tourist Office.
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The centre is situated in the Convent of San Benito, and tells us about the life of St Francis of Assisi and the members of the order.
Situated on the ground floor of the Convent of San Benito, this centre shows us the life of St Francis of Assisi and also of the Franciscans. You can find out about how the order was established, its history and the evolution of the convent itself. Many 17th, 18th and 19th century liturgical items are exhibited.
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