In 1954, excavations in the ancient Roman ovens on Mount Valparaiso in Granada revealed the remains of St Cecilio, the city’s martyr and patron saint. To honour him and preserve his remains, Sacromonte Abbey was built. Since then, it has become an important pilgrimage destination. Classified as an Asset of Cultural Interest, this abbey has a deep connection to the history of Christianity in Andalusia. One of the highlights of the visit is the entrance to the Holy Caves, an underground complex where the remains of St Cecil were discovered, as well as the enigmatic plomb books that represent an attempt by the Moors to escape Christian persecution in the 16th century by forging a divine revelation that united Islam and Christianity. Although the Vatican considered the inscriptions to be fakes, their discovery has enormous historical and symbolic value. The caves lead to chapels, an altar and the original cave where Granada’s first Christians hid during the Muslim occupation. With a strong Baroque influence, it houses the Museum of Sacred Art, which exhibits relics and religious art. The abbey is also shrouded in local legends and is a symbol of the region’s spirituality. Sacromonte Abbey houses a small but valuable museum of sacred art and historical documents. Amongst its artefacts is an original manuscript of Averroes’ medical treatise, a rarity of great importance. The space also exhibits a handwritten canticle of St John of the Cross, works by artists from Granada and the only painting by Goya that can be seen in Granada. One of the most emblematic pieces is the Christ of the Gypsies, a symbol of the strong link between faith and Andalusian popular culture. The collection offers a rich insight into the religious, artistic and intellectual tradition of the region, making the museum an essential complement to the spiritual and historical visit of the abbey.