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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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 Photo: Gongora, Gustavo |
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Spain's largest baroque church |
Plaza del Pilar, s/n Zaragoza 50003 Spain |
Spain's largest baroque church and an important pilgrimage site, it's most famous for housing a pillar, which according to legend, the Virgin used as a conduit between heaven and earth in order to appear in person before Saint James the apostle. Pilgrims head directly to touch the pillar in the holy chapel on their pilgrimage, an impressive 18th-century structure built Ventura Rodríguez. The alabaster reredos sculpted by Damián Forment on the the main altarpiece in the 16th century are the church's greatest artistic treasure. It's also worth looking at the choir stalls carved in oak and boxwood and two frescos painted by Goya during the 18th century. You get some marvellous views of the river and the city from the top of the towers. Mass is conducted at: 6a-8p Monday-Friday on the hour (except 3p) and at 8:30a; 5p-9p Saturday and on the day before public holidays; 6a-2p & 5p-9p Sundays on the hour Church Tower visits can be conducted between: 9:30a-2p & 4p-7p Saturday-Thursday Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Built upon a mosque |
Plaza de la Seo, 4 Zaragoza 50001 Spain |
La Seo cathedral, also known as el Catedral del Salvador, stands on what has been a religious site for thousands of years. There was a Roman temple here, believed to be devoted to Augustus. During the Moorish occupation this was where the main mosque stood. After the Reconquest the mosque was destroyed and a cathedral erected. It was originally Romanesque in style, although further additions were made in various architectural styles including Gothic, Renaissance, baroque and neoclassical. You'll be impressed by its interior that's full of natural light, by the outstanding 15th-century Gothic altarpiece and by St. Bernard's chapel, where Archbishop Hernando de Aragon body lies. There's a magnificent Mudejar wall outside as well. 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 lungs of the city |
Avenida San Sebastian Zaragoza 50006 Spain |
An ideal place in which to escape the noise and pollution caused by city traffic, this huge park offers many attractions. It has a landscaped garden area with fountains in addition to botanical gardens and a large wild area planted with pine trees. The central part that extends from the entrance to the main waterfall (Avenida San Sebastian) is an attractive combination of hedges, trees, ponds and French-style flowerbeds. It's worth stopping in one of the many pavement cafés for a drink and a rest. The park was built in the early 20th-century and named after the General who staged a coup in 1923 and then ruled Spain as a military dictator until 1930. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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