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This fantastic Romanesque Cathedral was built between 1.151 and 1.174. Elements were added to the cathedral over the years and include Gothic features (apses and sanctuary) and Herrera style features (cloister). The building has three naves, a transept and three semicircular apses.
For more pics, see next two tips.
Updated Dec 21, 2008
Address: Plaza de la Catedral, s/n; 49001 Zamora
Phone: (+34) 980 53 06 44
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Nice square with some interesting spots to be considered:
- Main pic: General view of the square.
- Second pic: Statue dedicated to Viriato and made by Eduardo Barón.
Viriato was a Lusitanian (portuguese) leader who fought against the Roman expansion.
- Third pic: Tourism office.
- Fourth pic: Palacio de los Condes de Alba y Aliste (see the Things to Do tip) and Parador (see the Accommodation tip).
- Main pic again, and "behind" the trees: Diputación Provincial/Hospital de la Encarnación.
Updated Dec 21, 2008
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Romanesque style and built during the 11th century, The Iglesia (Church) de Santa María la Nueva was destroyed during the Motín de la Trucha and it needed to be rebuilt. The apse and some parts of the wall from the XI century are preserved.
Written Dec 21, 2008
Address: Plaza de Santa María la Nueva, s/n; 49004 Zamora
Phone: (+34) 980 53 40 47
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Many interesting buildings here:
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- Main: General view of the square.
- Second: Ayuntamiento Nuevo (New City Hall).
- Third: Ayuntamiento Vijo (Old City Hall).
- Fourth and fifth: Iglesia (Church) de San Juan de Puerta Nueva.
Romanesque style and built in the 12th century, only one nave remains.
Updated Dec 21, 2008
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In the historic centre of Zamora, right now is the Parador (luxury Spanish hotel chain). It is inside a palace built over the remains of a Roman fortress in the mid 15th century.
- Fax: (+34) 980 53 00 63
Written Dec 20, 2008
Address: Plaza de Viriato, 5; 49001 Zamora
Phone: (+34) 980 51 44 97
Website: www.parador.es/es/tratarFichaParadorCabecera.do?parador=093
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The park is set around the old castillo, which is surrounded by a deep moat. It is reached from the cathedral buildings through a Plateresque style gate. It's a nice place for a stroll and from the ramparts you get nice views over the Duero river.
Written May 23, 2005
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This time no masterpiece from the 12th century, but from the 16th! The Palacio de los Momos was built in the 16th century in Gothic style and has beatifully carved facade.
It's the seat of the court these days.
Written May 15, 2005
Address: San Torcuato
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Zamora has lots of Romanesque churches, all built around the same time as the cathredral (12th century). Some have been restored and other styles have been added later on. But they're all very simple without much decoration. The churches usually are open for visits in the mornings and the late afternoons.
Written May 15, 2005
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The most prominent landmark of Zamora is the Romanesque cathedral from the 12th century. It has two different towers, one square Romanesque, the other with a cuppola is built in Byzantine style. You can visit the cathedral for a few hours in the morning and in late afternoon.
Next to it is a museum showing Flemish tapestries
Written May 15, 2005
Address: Plaza de la Catedral
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This Romanesque Bridge (puente means bridge whilst piedra means stone) was built in the 12th century. It has 16 ogyval arches and crosses one of the widest part of the Río Duero (Duero river).
Updated Dec 27, 2008
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Zamora is a small city that deserves a visit. Its Old Town has an important legacy of Romanesque art and lies along the Río Duero (Duero river). The celebration of Easter is of International Tourist...
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Didn't actually plan to stay in Zamora, but missed my bus. Glad I did! Zamora is a beautiful little town!
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THe best restaurant in town is called LA POSADA. Ask people walking by the cathedral and they will give you directions. Steak is superb and we are right where we should also order "jamon...
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If you like Romanesque churches, and old-fashioned, quaint cities, then Zamora is the place for you. It's the perfect setting for a pleasant, relaxing day trip.
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