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The Paradores
of La Rioja, Spain
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Parador
de Calahorra - La Rioja ***
This red brick construction
harmoniously contrasts with the fresh water of the river Ebro and the Cidacos
Valley. The dense vegetation of the garden, filled with flowers and palm
trees, is inserted in one of the most important historical and artistic
ensembles of La Rioja. The most representative building of the former Calagurris,
of Roman origin, is the Cathedral. Wide portals, large windows and blinds
adorn a structure with smooth lines which, inside, has a decoration with
a clear Medieval influence. The working rooms are characterized by their
spaciousness and modern and functional installations. |
| La
Rioja - Santo Domingo de la Calzada |
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Parador
de Santo Domingo de la Calzada ****
The Parador occupies a 12th
c. former hospital, next to the cathedral, built by Saint Dominic to give
shelter to the pilgrims on the Road to Santiago. In a regal and elegant
style, it has majestic living rooms and a lobby with Gothic arches and
wooden coffered ceilings. Noble materials and bright colours - blues and
whites - lead to comfortable bedrooms, decorated with exquisite taste;
some have four poster beds. A warm, harmonious and balanced environment,
also suitable for social functions and meetings. |
| La
Rioja - Santo Domingo Bernardo de Fresneda |
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Parador
de Santo Domingo Bernardo de Fresneda ***
Under the modern cupola
which covers the novices patio, we may find the "Recreo" Restaurant, whose
name refers to the break the monks used to take in that same patio. This
new gastronomical offer is based on La Rioja's wonderful products, which
are prepared in a simple way. The décor and the waiters' outfits
are in unison with the restaurant's modern features and the wine list offers
the most innovative products of the region's cellars. The Parador
is sited in the Convent of San Francisco, 800 meters from the historic
center of Santo Domingo de la Calzada. Its location on the "Way of Saint
James" pilgrimage route, its design, and its unmistakable cultural value
make it the ideal place for rural tourism, nature walks, or to enjoy a
northern winter at its best. |
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