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 11th-century Muslim palace |
Diputados, s/n Zaragoza 50004 Spain +34 976 28 9683 http://www.cortesaragon.es |
Originally built as a summer residence for the Muslim ruler of the area in the 11th century, Abu Jafar al-Muqtadir. It later became the palace of the Kings of Aragon. Its interior contains several buildings from different historical periods. There's a beautiful little mosque by the entrance, Pedro IV's palace, the spectacular palace of the Catholic Monarchs and the Troubadour Tower. The finely carved ceiling in the throne room is a work of art that contains the symbols of Isabel and Fernando: the arrows and the yoke tied with the Gordian knot. The Aragonese parliament meets in this building to debate issues of regional importance. Admission: adults EUR 3; groups (over 10) EUR 2; students and seniors EUR 1; children under 12 free. Free admission for everyone on Sundays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Pope was here! |
Plaza de la Seo, 5 Zaragoza 50001 Spain |
In front of La Seo Cathedral you can see the Archbishop's Palace, which was built in the 18th century under the patronage of Ramon Pignatelli by architect José Yarza. The building was finished in 1787. This is the site, between the cathedral and the River Ebro, where the Monarchs of Aragón's Palace used to stand. The façade is neo-classic, built in brick and it has two floors. In 1982 it was the residence for the Pope John Paul II during his first visit to the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Collection of 16th-20th century art |
Espoz y Mina, 23 Zaragoza 50003 Spain +34 976 39 7328 |
This museum houses the collection of the Aragonese historian and art critic Camon Aznar (1898-1979), which he and his wife donated to the province of Aragon. The collection is situated in the elegant Pardo mansion, a typical 16th century Aragonese building. Many paintings, water colours, engravings, and drawings dating from between the 16th and 20th centuries are exhibited through more than twenty rooms. It is important to mention certain artists such as El Greco, Juan Valdés Leal, Pablo Serrano, and Sorolla. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modernist City Hall |
Plaza del Pilar, 18 Zaragoza 50003 Spain |
The building was begun in 1946 and finished fifteen years later. It is located in Plaza Pilar between La Lonja (stock exchange) and Pilar Basílica. The shape of City Hall is Renaissance and imitates La Lonja. Beside the main door there are two big statues (1965) by Aragonese sculptor Pablo Serrano, which represent the city's Patron Saint, San Valero, and the Guardian Angel of the city who displays the city in his hands. On the balcony fly the flags of Zaragoza, Aragón, Spain and Europe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modernist architecture |
Coso, 29 Zaragoza 50001 Spain |
Situated in Calle Coso, the ancient Roman street, this building was built in 1914. Its façade was built by Francisco Albiñana. The building was erected on the site of a sixteenth-century Renaissance palace that belonged to the noble Coloma family. The Casino Mercantil is a Modernist building and the typical elements of this style are visible in its façade: wrought iron, decoration on the doors and windows, generally with vegetal motifs, and so on. It keeps some original stuccoed ceilings from palaces already disappeared. However it is not open to the public. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The City's Stock Exchange |
Plaza del Pilar, s/n Zaragoza 50003 Spain +34 976 39 7239 |
La Lonja was not a market but a stock market for traders. The markets themselves were held in open squares. The building was finished in 1551 and its promoter, the archbishop Hernando of Aragón, was a member of the royal family. On the upper part you can see several faces of prominent people of the time. The interior is a wide, bright space divided by three naves with pillars and vaults of the same height. On one wall is Carlos V's coat of arms. This building is considered one of the best examples of civil architecture from the Spanish Renaissance. It is currently used as an exhibition hall. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Temporary exhibitions in palace |
Santiago 34 Zaragoza 50001 Spain +34 976 72 1268 |
This palace is one of the best examples of Renaissance Aragonese architecture in the city, and dates back to the 16th century. It is one of the many venues in Zaragoza where temporary exhibitions are on show. In addition, this building houses the city library, the newspaper archive, and the Municipal Archive. It is located in the historic area of the city, very near to the Plaza del Pilar. Recently, it has hosted exhibitions by important artists such as Miró and Buñuel. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Photographic record of demolished tower |
Torre Nueva, 29 Zaragoza 50003 Spain +34 976 29 8998 |
This museum, inaugurated in 1986, is located in the basement of a typical Renaissance house which underwent renovation work in 1984. The exhibition is dedicated to the memory of the "Torre Nueva" (New Tower), a clock tower originally built in 1520 and finally pulled down in 1892 because it was considered unsafe. The history of the tower is traced through almost 250 photographs, documents and paintings. While you are in the area, why not include the Casa de Fortea and the Pablo Gargallo Museum, which date from the 15th and 16th centuries, in your itinerary?Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Palace with avant-garde 20th-century sculpture |
Plaza de San Felipe, 3 Zaragoza 50003 Spain +34 976 72 4922 |
The beautiful 17th-century late Renaissance Argillo Palace in the heart of the old town houses this museum of Pablo Gargallo's sculpture. The famous Aragonese artist was one of the most important figures in the early 20th-century European avant-garde movement and he was heavily influenced by Rodin and Picasso. His work broke new ground in its representation of form. One of the rooms in the museum is currently used for temporary exhibitions. Admission is free. Currently closed for renovations, please call or consult their website for more information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The city's high courts |
Coso, 1 Zaragoza 50001 Spain |
Zaragoza blossomed in the 16th century. This striking palace is an example of the power of the nobility. It is also called Luna Palace and was built on the Roman wall. At the door two giants protect the entrance and threaten with a staff: they are Hercules and Teseus. The façade is flanked by two towers. In its interior there is a monumental patio which has ceramic tiles as a part of the decoration. The most famous member of the Luna family was Pedro de Luna, the last Pope of Avignon during the Christian schism, with the name Benedict the 13th. However, it is not open to the public. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Part of Former Palace |
San Ignacio de Loyola, 16 Zaragoza 50008 Spain +34 976 76 7676 |
This was part of a sixteenth-century palace which collapsed after three fires. In 1903 the patio was saved and sold to a French antiquarian who took it to his shop in Paris. In 1957, local Bank Ibercaja bought it and stored it until 1980, when the new bank was built. The name Infanta comes from Teresa de Villabriga, infante Luis' wife, who lived in the palace. This is the best Aragonese Renaissance patio. The pillars are very decorated and allude to love, Hercules' labours and monarchy. The reading of the patio is complicated with many symbols and interpretations. Admission: free Review © 2007, Wcities |
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18th to 20th century paintings |
San Jorge, 8, 1º Zaragoza 50001 Spain +34 976 29 6868 |
After the foundation of the School of Drawing (1784) and the Saint Louis Royal Academy of Fine Art (1792) in the city, there was felt to be a need for models for the students to copy. The collection was increased little by little and contains work by established artists and teachers, mostly dating from the 18th century. Particularly of note are contributions by figures such as Francisco Bayeu, Vergara y Ximeno, Francisco de Goya, Luis Menendez and Pompeyo Batony. Unfortunately, it is not open to the public. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sixteenth-century palace |
Plaza Santa Cruz Zaragoza 50003 Spain |
When this palace was built at the beginning of the 16th century neither Plaza Ariño nor Plaza Santa Cruz existed. There was just a narrow medieval street. The family whose name the tower carries was a rich merchant family in the 16th century, when Zaragoza was bigger than Madrid. This is a typical palace of the early Renaissance, with an interior courtyard. Some years ago it was bought and restored by the Official College of Architects of Aragón, which is now headquartered in it. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |