CONVENTO
In 16th Century Mexico, a residence for missionary friars, oriented towards the community; term often used for the entire mission complex including buildings and lands associated with the convento.
Related Terms: atrium, atrium cross, cloister, cloister walk, friar's cell, open chapel, porterίa, posa, refectory.
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Atrium CrossConvento
Friar's Cell
Cloister (Augustinian)
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Indigenous Elements
Aztec Place NameTequitqui Madonna
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