In this episode of Poco A Poco, we talk about cartujas, Spain’s mysterious Carthusian monasteries and the unusual way of life behind their walls. What exactly is a cartuja, why were these monasteries built in such secluded places, and what makes the Carthusian monks different from other religious orders? We chat about the history, architecture, traditions and unexpected connections that make cartujas such a fascinating part of Spain’s past.
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