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Caceres has one of the best concentrations of historic buildings in
Spain. As a result of this, it has been declared a World Heritage Site
by UNESCO.
The buildings are constructed in brown stone on a hill top. Many of
them have the coat of arms of the former owners carved in stone on the
facade. Some are very decorative in style while others are very plain and
austere.
One of the best times to see the town is at night when the defensive
walls and buildings are lit with artificial light - a good enough reason
to stay in this Parador.
The Parador itself is in the building which was the Palace of Torreoraz.
It was built in the 14th century for Diego Garcia de Ulloa, a knight of
the Order of Santiago and has the family coat of arms displayed.
The building is Gothic in style and incorporates an old slender tower.
In the building is an inner courtyard which is paved and has a small cloister
around it.
The interior has been converted to the luxury expected of a Parador
but retains the atmosphere and many of the original pieces. Of particular
note is the original mantelpiece in the living room.
Stone or wooden floors, wood beams and stylish furniture make for attractive
living rooms. The bedrooms are decorated in soft cream shades and are spacious
and comfortable.
The regional specialties of Extremadura served in the restaurant include:
"Lomo de venado al queso del Casar" which is venison with casar
cheese sauce;
"Cabrito asado al romero", roast kid with rosemary;
Some might like to try the frog legs mozarabe style while others will prefer
roast lamb or pork with fried potatoes.
While in the area, visit the Virgen de la Montana sanctuary. Also the
prehistoric paintings of Maltravieso Cave and contrast this in the Vostell
Museum of Modern Art in Malpartida de Caceres.
Local festivals include the "Festival of fire of San Jorge" held on
April 23rd and the ”romerias” of Montana and Santa Lucia on the first and
second Sundays of May.
Also in May is held the Womad Festival of World Music.
One of the features of the town are the storks who come in
February to take over the abandoned nests of the previous year. They like
the top of churches or other high perches and lie in perfect harmony with
the humans below.
This Parador has eighteen twin bedded rooms, thirteen rooms with a double
bed, a single room and a suite, all of which has a private bathroom.
The rooms all have a telephone, cable television and a mini bar.
There is heating and air conditioning throughout the hotel. It has a
restaurant and a bar. A conference room is also available.
Distance from the nearest airport is approximately 89 kms and the nearest train station is 3 kms away.
Animals are not allowed.
The Parador will be closing for renovation from 31 August 2009 to 30 September 2010. Please contact us for the latest information.
Map with location Parador Caceres comments
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