Standing proudly in the heart of La Laguna's historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Former Convent of Santo Domingo de Guzmán has witnessed over five centuries of Canarian history. Founded in 1527 by Dominican friars, this 16th-century architectural complex became a spiritual and educational landmark that shaped the urban development of this entire city sector.

Following the 19th-century secularization processes, the building served various purposes: parish house, ecclesiastical prison, and later a diocesan seminary. Today, its spaces host cultural events, exhibitions, and activities that bridge historical heritage with contemporary life in La Laguna, keeping the spirit of this emblematic place alive.

The Sala Drago and other areas within the former convent reveal traditional Canarian architecture adapted for monastic use. Its stone walls and cloister silently bear witness to centuries of intellectual and religious formation. Walking through these halls means immersing yourself in Tenerife's colonial past, where faith and knowledge intertwined under the Dominican order.