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The Hermitage of Santa Rita in Mota del Cuervo is a relatively modern building, constructed in the 1950s. It stands in the town center, overlooking the square that bears its name. The hermitage is notable for its stone bell gable, which contrasts with the white plaster of its ground floor. The structure has a hall-like layout and a wooden roof. The main entrance is a semicircular arch preceded by a portico with three arches, the central one being wider than the side ones.

This complex is made up of four lagoons: Manjavacas, Sánchez Gómez, La Dehesilla (in Mota del Cuervo), and Alcahozo (in Pedro Muñoz). It is a key point on the migratory routes of birds between Europe and Africa, which gives it international importance.

The Manjavacas Lagoon, located in the municipality of Mota del Cuervo (Cuenca), is part of the Manjavacas Lagoon Complex, a nature reserve of great ecological and scenic value.

The town of Villamayor de Santiago sits at a crossroads, resembling a central hub, connecting municipalities in La Mancha, Toledo, and Ciudad Real via local roads. It boasts an urban complex and historic buildings that reflect the town's former importance, as numerous Commanders of the Order of Santiago and nobles lived there during the 16th and 17th centuries.

The Hermitage of Santa Rita in Mota del Cuervo is a relatively modern building, built in the fifties. It is located in the center of the city, presiding over the square that bears its name. The hermitage stands out for its stone bell gable that contrasts with the white plaster of its ground floor. The structure has a hall plan and a wooden roof. The main entrance is a semicircular arch preceded by a portico with three arches, the central one being wider than the side ones.⛪

The Tercia Real de Mota del Cuervo, also known as Casa de Bastimento, is one of the oldest buildings in the town, along with the parish church of San Miguel. Built at the beginning of the 16th century, this building was used to store the tithes of the Mesa Maestral of the Order of Santiago. The building has a rectangular floor plan and is covered with four sides. It is built of masonry with ashlars in the corners and in the two entrance doors. One of the doors is finished with a segmental arch and the other with a semicircular arch on which a coat of arms is placed. Currently, the Tercia Real is used as a cultural centre, where various temporary exhibitions and cultural events are held.

Built in the 15th century by order of Don Juan Pacheco, first Marquis of Villena, the castle is a notable example of Gothic-Mudejar architecture. The castle has been restored and turned into a museum, and is now considered a Site of Cultural Interest. In addition to its rich history, the castle is known for events such as the National Medieval Combat Championship, which is held annually.

The Church of San Miguel Arcángel in Mota del Cuervo is one of the most emblematic buildings in the town. Its construction began at the end of the 15th century and continued throughout the 16th and 17th centuries. This Catholic temple is listed as a Site of Cultural Interest. The church has a hall plan with three naves, each divided into three sections. The central nave is covered with ribbed vaults in the first and third sections, while the second section has a handkerchief vault. The apse is accessed through a triumphal arch and is covered with a dome on pendentives. On the outside, the church has two doorways. The north doorway is in Plateresque style, with a semicircular arch flanked by Corinthian columns and topped by a large scallop shell. The south doorway is more sober, in Doric style, with a pediment and Herrerian balls. The tower, located at the foot of the temple, has a square plan and is divided into two sections separated by a cornice.⛪