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Plaza del Pópulo, Antiguas Carnicerías - Baeza

Cathedral

Baeza offers many of the best-preserved examples of Renaissance architecture in Spain. UNESCO added the Renaissance Monumental Ensembles of Úbeda and Baeza to the World Heritage Sites list in 2003.

In the 16th century, Baeza, as well as Ubeda, grew rich from the production of textiles and the increase of the agricultural production. Local nobles hired important architects, such as Andrés de Vandelvira, to design new palaces, churches and public squares.

Casas Consistoriales Bajas

Among Baeza's Renaissance structures outstand the University, established in 1538 (now a seat for the Summer University of Granada), the Santa María Cathedral, the Palace of Jabalquinto, and the squares of Plaza de España and the Paseo de la Constitución.

Last visit to Baeza: Mar 2009
Intro Updated Apr 4, 2009
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Puerta de Ubeda Things to Do (16)

The gate of Ubeda was a part of the city walls. In 1477 Isabel I, the Catholic Monarch, ordered its demolition to avoid... more travel advice

Puerta de los Elorza Things to Do (16)

The palace of the Elorza family was built at the end of the XVI century. Nowadays only the façade stands. more travel advice

Convento de San Francisco Things to Do (16)

The convent of San Francisco was built in 1538 by Andrés de Vandelvira. An earthquake partially destroyed it but the... more travel advice

Seminario de San Felipe Neri Things to Do (16)

The seminar is in front of the Cathedral. It was founded in 1660. We could not see the interior, but a small courtyard... more travel advice

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LoriPori Jan 5, 2010 at 4:59 AM

Interesting Andalucian village. Baeza has some pretty architecture and I also like the Fuente and Puerta. Thanks for the virtual tour Carmen.
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balhannah Nov 30, 2009 at 4:02 AM

An interesting page, thanks
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hunterV Apr 4, 2009 at 6:49 AM

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