En las dependencias anexas a ellas se albergaba a huespedes ilustres. Why do they say "a ellas" here?

Question

en las dependencias anexas a ellas se albergaba a huespedes ilustres

Answer 1

Excellent, thank you! The whole context was: Las ermitas eran otro elemento frecuente en el jardín. No tenían un carácter únicamente religioso, pues en las dependencias anexas a ellas se albergaba a huéspedes ilustres.

so a ellas was about las ermitas I suppose

It is all about los jardines del Buen Retiro in Madrid.

Thank you!

Looks like you nailed it! :-) - chaparrito, FEB 3, 2010

Answer 2

and what is the role of "a ellas" in this sentence?

It looks like we posted nearly simultaneously. Please see my comment. Do you still need help? - chaparrito, FEB 3, 2010

Answer 3

Welcome to SpanishDict, psychosynergy!

The Spanish word "ellas" basically means "them" and could refer to people (women) or it could refer to objects (buildings, etc.) In this case, more context is needed to identify with certainty why "ellas" was used in this particular sentence. If you need more help, just post additional details and someone will gladly assist.

I hope that helps, and we look forward to seeing you around the Forum!

Answer 4

"in units attached to them are housed famous guests"

this is the translation i nenglish