The Real Colegio Escola Pia is an ancient college in Gandia, Spain that was founded in 1549 by Francisco de Borja for the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). In 1767 the Jesuits were expelled from Spain so the building was used for other purposes until 1806 when it was converted into a public college. It is located in the northern part of Gandia and the building contains dormitories, dining halls, an infirmary, offices, classrooms, and a church.

1. Real Colegio Escola Pia

2. Escola Pia
The “Real Colegio Escola Pia” is an ancient college of
Gandia. In 1549 the college was found by Francisco de Borja
for later, donate it to the Jesus company. But in 1767 the
jesuits were kicked from Spain. So they used for making a
house of mercy. Finally in 1806 they convert it in a college.

3. Where is located
The “Real Colegio Escola Pia” is located in the square
Escuelas Pias, in the north of the village Gandia, in the region
of La Safor, in the province of Valencia

4. Description
The building have cells, refectories, a nursing and several
offices. Also an academic classrooms and a church.

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