The Convent (Gibraltar)
The Convent has been the home of the Governor of Gibraltar since 1728. The building is located near the southern end of Main Street. It is said to be haunted by the ghost of a nun.[1]
| The Convent | |
|---|---|
.JPG) The Convent | |
| Former names | Convent of Franciscan Friars |
| General information | |
| Architectural style | early Georgian with later Victorian features being introduced |
| Location | Main Street, Gibraltar |
| Coordinates | 36°08′14″N 5°21′13″W / 36.137115°N 5.353526°WCoordinates: 36°08′14″N 5°21′13″W / 36.137115°N 5.353526°W |
| Current tenants | Sir Adrian Johns |
| Completed | 1531 |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 3 |
The Convent (Gibraltar) Media
Mid 19th century façade of The Convent
View of The Convent and its environs from the Upper Town in 1879, with the building's iconic balcony being constructed
The Convent in a 1909 postcard
Main Street entrance to the Governor's House, The Convent
Among some of the trees in the Convent Gardens are those planted by Edward VII, German Emperor Wilhelm II, Japanese Emperor Hirohito and Queen Elizabeth II.
