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The Parador de Zafra is located in what was once the palace of the Dukes of Feria. The building clearly reflects its long and rich history, which includes the Extremaduran explorer Hernán Cortés, a distinguished guest of the palace. The Parador preserves beautiful coffered ceilings, chests, ironwork, handrails, and decorative elements from the former palace.

The tower of the Convent of San Francisco is the only remaining part of what was once the Franciscan Convent of San Benito. It was located outside the city walls of Zafra, although it is currently within the urban area. The convent was founded and built in the last third of the 15th century by the second Count of Feria, Gomes II Suárez de Figueroa, and his mother, Countess María Manuel. Beginning in 1565, the cloister and dormitories were expanded to accommodate a larger number of religious.

The church was built on the site of a 14th-century hermitage and has undergone several phases of reconstruction, especially in the 15th and 18th centuries. In the 18th century, the interior was reorganised and the current tower was built, which was completed in 1799. The church is located in the heart of Fuente de Cantos, opposite the town hall, and is a must-see for pilgrims and tourists interested in history and religious art.

The Parish Church of Our Lady of Granada in Fuente de Cantos is an impressive temple with a rich history dating back to the 15th century. This building has witnessed numerous renovations and extensions over the centuries, giving it a mix of architectural styles, mainly Baroque.

A visit is not possible because it is a hotel. The patio/inner courtyard, which is worth seeing, can be visited. And if you want to spend more time here, you can take a break in the café.

If you deviate slightly from the N630, near Santos de Maimona, next to the EX-101 road, a construction different from the rest emerges from the fields. It is the work of Don Francisco González Gragera, a retired bricklayer who more than 30 years ago began what today would be the fulfillment of a dream that he outlined years ago on paper. Cotrina's Whim.

El Capricho de Cotrina is often confused with the work of Gaudí, the Catalan architect. However, this building was built by a local mason and marble worker named Francisco González Gragera. This peculiar family home that took 30 years to build can now be visited and admired.

The Parador de Zafra is located in what was once the palace of the Dukes of Feria. The building is a clear example of its long and rich history, which includes the discoverer from Extremadura, Hernán Cortés, an illustrious guest of the palace. The Parador preserves beautiful coffered ceilings, chests, ironwork, handrails and decorative elements from the old palace.