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It is an irregularly shaped square, surrounded by stately homes and palaces that reflect the splendor of Brozas in the 16th and 17th centuries, when it was the center of power for the Order of Alcántara. The arcades and facades with wrought-iron balconies are particularly noteworthy, as is the presence of noble buildings such as the Argüellos Carvajal Palace and the Orive Salazar Palace nearby.

The Plaza Mayor of Brozas (Cáceres, Extremadura) is the historic heart of this town, known for its rich heritage and traditional atmosphere. Although not as monumental as those of Cáceres or Trujillo, it has a special charm due to its history and vernacular architecture.

Built over the Tagus River near the current Alcántara, in the province of Cáceres, the Alcántara bridge is one of the most beautiful and important examples of Roman civil engineering. Despite being shorter than the one in Mérida and with fewer arches, it is much higher and above all more impressive. The complex is made up of three very different parts: the bridge, the central triumphal arch and a small rectangular temple measuring 5.60 x 4.10 metres. This building consists of a staircase, two Tuscan columns, an entablature and a classical pediment. A restored plaque indicates the name of its builder and reminds us that the bridge will last “as long as the world lasts”:

Enjoy a peaceful walk in nature and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Villa del Rey is a Spanish municipality located in the province of Cáceres, in the autonomous community of Extremadura. Its orography is characterized by wide plains with gentle slopes, and the entire municipality is contained by the hydrographic basin of the Tagus River, with the Jartín River being its main aquifer.

This square, named in honor of the Prince of Asturias, is a meeting point for the inhabitants and visitors of Brozas. Its design, surrounded by historic buildings and with a cozy atmosphere, invites you to walk and enjoy local life.

Brozas Castle, also known as “Castillo de la Comienda Mayor de la Orden de Alcántara” and popularly called “the Palace”, is a fortification located in the Spanish town of Brozas, in the province of Cáceres. Its history dates back to the 14th century, although its current appearance comes from a reconstruction carried out in the 16th-17th centuries.

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