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Parador
de Mérida, Badajoz, Merida
The Parador conserves the
structure of the former 18th c. convent, installed on the remains of a
temple dedicated to the Concordia de Augusto, and offers the guest the
opportunity to experience the rich heritage of the beautiful town of Mérida
and surrounding natural areas. Some of the most noteworthy spaces
are the living room, the inner patio and the beautiful gardens where the
'Jardín de Antiguedades' (Garden of Antiquities) is located.
The garden is an archeological ensemble made up of Roman, Mudejar and Visigothic
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Parador
de Zafra, Zafra, Badajoz
The Parador de Zafra rises
up in a majestic castle, on which construction was started in 1437 as the
residence of the noble Spanish Dukes of Feria. The value of this castle-palace
is expressed through a spectacular façade in an ideal setting to
discover the monumental surroundings and the natural landscapes of the
area. Nine battlemented towers jealously guard a regal, grandiose interior,
which conserves beautiful coffered ceilings, large chests, ironwork, handrails
and other decorative details belonging to the former palace. Its bedrooms,
which had Hernán Cortés as a guest, are stately, elegant
and spacious. The swimming pool and the perfectly tended garden also stand
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Parador
de Cáceres, Cáceres
The
former Torreorgaz Palace, built on Arabic foundations, has a door with
a lintel and a Baroque coat of arms, is located in the heart of the historical
and artistic quarter of Cáceres, a town declared a World Heritage
Site. Founded by Diego García de Ulloa, knight of the Order of Santiago,
the Parador, a 14th c. construction, is presided over by its slender tower.
The styles personalized in the building and its monumental surroundings,
are Gothic, Renaissance and baroque. The inner courtyard and cobblestone,
frames, beams covered with wood and the original mantelpiece in the living
room make up the interior decoration. In this context the soft cream shades
of the bedrooms are defined by good taste, spaciousness and comfort. |
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Parador
de Guadalupe - Caceres Province
The Parador, built in convent
style, rises up on what was the former Hospital of St. John the Baptist,
a historical 15th c. building. It is a comfortable, friendly space, with
whitewashed arches adorned with vegetation, an invitation to peace and
quiet in the setting of a beautiful town declared a Historical and Artistic
Monument. The garden stands out with its luxuriant plants and flowers,
its secluded swimming pool, spacious common rooms on the inside with white
walls, and bedrooms which recall the religious function of its origins. |
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Parador
de Jarandilla de la Vera - Caceres Province
In the middle of the orchard
of La Vera and El Tiétar and set among ravines, natural pools, chestnut
and oak forrests this castle-palace finds its shelter. Its surroundings
feature natural scenery of rare beauty which enhance the richness of this
historical and monumental setting which, for several months, was home to
an illustrious guest: Emperor Charles V. The most outstanding exterior
features include the turrets, the parade ground and the excellent swimming-pool,
with olive and orange trees. Inside, we find halls with fireplaces, and
the recently redecorated rooms which provide an intimate and peaceful atmosphere. |
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Parador
de Trujillo, Trujillo
This beautiful Parador is
located in the monumental town of Trujillo, the birthplace of discoverers,
in the former Santa Clara monastery, conserving the atmosphere of peace
and quiet offered by its conventual structure. Two beautiful cloisters
stand out inside, one Renaissance with arches and columns, the other offering
the site a note of luminosity which embellishes the surroundings. Ideal
for rest, leisure and work, the Parador has monastic style common rooms
and details, spacious, quiet and pleasant living rooms, noble bedrooms
in which wood takes precedence and a bar located in the space which the
refectory formerly occupied. |
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