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Plaza de España and the Parish Church of Santiago el Mayor: the historical and monumental heart of Torrenueva (Ciudad Real). The Church of Santiago el Mayor is the most prominent monument in Torrenueva and one of the architectural gems of the Campo de Montiel region. It is located in Plaza de España, the town's urban and social center. Its construction began around 1450 and was completed around 1550. It belongs to the Isabelline Gothic style, although it also features Renaissance elements in its ornamentation.

In addition to the Palace of the Marquis of Santa Cruz, a Renaissance gem built between 1564 and 1586 by the Spanish navigator Álvaro de Bazán, Viso del Marqués boasts other points of interest: Church of Our Lady of the Assumption: This Gothic-Renaissance church features a nave that is off-center with respect to the presbytery, built upon the remains of an earlier church. On its walls, you'll find the curious "Viso Lizard," a stuffed crocodile brought back from the Nile by the Marquis during one of his expeditions. Plaza del Pradillo: The town center is surrounded by the Palace of the Marquis, the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, and the tower of the former convent. AVAN Natural History Museum: An interesting place to explore nature and biodiversity. Hermitage of San Andrés and Valle de los Perales Forest Park: A natural setting where you can enjoy the beauty of the Sierra de Viso del Marqués. Viso del Marqués is a destination full of history and charm! 🏰🌿

What to see in Viso del Marqués Palace of the Marquis of Santa Cruz Built between 1564 and 1588 in the Italianate Renaissance style. It houses the Álvaro de Bazán General Archive of the Navy, a peculiar example given its location so far from the sea. The interior is decorated with Mannerist frescoes covering approximately 8,000 m² depicting mythological scenes. A National Monument since 1931. Parish Church of Our Lady of the Assumption Late Gothic style with Renaissance touches. Interesting fact: its central nave is off-center because it was built on top of a previous church. Other points of interest Mudela Palace, Hermitage of San Andrés, Chapel of Our Lady of Sorrows. Museum of Natural Sciences and the Naval Museum within the palace. Plaza del Pradillo, historic center with a fountain and sculptures.

The Valdepeñas Ornamental Fountain is located in the Plaza de España, the historic heart of the town. It is one of the city's most emblematic features and stands out for its design and symbolism: Design: A very beautiful ornamental fountain, considered a visual symbol of the square. Setting: Surrounded by historic buildings such as the Church of the Assumption and the neoclassical Town Hall. The square is characterized by traditional white and indigo arcades. In 2017, the flowerbeds were redesigned, and a permeable fixed aggregate was installed to preserve the design and reduce maintenance.

The Plazoleta del Convento in Valdepeñas is one of the most emblematic corners of the historic center, steeped in history and charm. It is located next to the Convent of the Trinitarian Fathers and near the Plaza de España. The original convent was founded in 1596 by Saint John Baptist de la Concepción for the Trinitarian Order. The current church was built between 1615 and 1632. Inside, the Chapel of Our Father Jesus of Nazareth Rescued stands out, with Baroque murals (1698-1712), unique in Castilla-La Mancha, depicting scenes from the Battle of La Mámora and the Trinitarian redemption.

Puerta del Vino Square is a landscaped recreational area located in the center of Valdepeñas (Ciudad Real, Castilla-La Mancha). It is located in the town center, near: Church of Santo Cristo de la Misericordia (200 m northwest). Plazoleta Bernardo Balbuena (240 m northeast). Convent Square and Church of San Juan Bautista de la Concepción (approximately 280-290 m southeast). It is part of the network of squares and boulevards that bring life to the center of Valdepeñas. It is an ideal place to relax, stroll, and enjoy the local atmosphere, surrounded by bars and terraces.

It is located on 1º de Julio Avenue, near the Plaza del Convento and the San Juan Bautista de la Concepción Church. The work reflects Don Quixote's utopian idealism, his struggle for justice and human values in the face of a dehumanized society. It is considered a mature work by the artist, laden with symbolism.

This is where we find an equestrian statue of the Hidalgo, a tribute to Don Quixote. This work, more than 6 meters tall, was erected in 2006 in memoriam of Alberto Ramírez López.