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Spring is the ideal time.

The Church of Our Lady of Granada in Llerena is one of the most emblematic monuments of the city. Its construction began in the 14th century and continued until the 18th century, resulting in a mix of architectural styles including Gothic-Mudejar, Renaissance and Baroque. The façade combines Baroque and Mudejar elements. The lower level is Baroque, with an entrance door decorated with heraldic shields. The upper level, in the Mudejar style, features galleries of semicircular arches. The church tower is an impressive structure that dominates the square. The first two bodies are from the original Mudejar tower from the 14th century, while the three upper bodies, in the Renaissance style, were added in the 16th century.

The Alcazaba has its origins in Roman times, when the city of Regina Turdulorum was located in this area. However, the current fortress was built during the Almohad period in the 12th century. Later, in 1246, it was conquered by Ferdinand III and given to the Order of Santiago, becoming the head of an important commandery.

The Alcazaba de Reina is an impressive fortress located in the municipality of Reina, near Llerena, in the province of Badajoz. This fortress is located on top of Monte de las Nieves, at an altitude of about 825 metres, offering panoramic views of the Sierra Morena and the Llerena countryside.

The Hermitage of the Virgen del Ara, located in Fuente del Arco, Badajoz, is known as the “Sistine Chapel of Extremadura” due to its impressive mural paintings. This Mudejar-style temple is decorated with frescoes depicting scenes from Genesis, attributed to the school of the painter Francisco de Zurbarán. The hermitage is located in a privileged natural environment, surrounded by olive trees and at the foot of the Sierra Morena. It is a place full of mysticism and beauty, ideal for a cultural and spiritual visit.

An essential visit if you are interested in history

Interior decoration with paintings on vault and walls. In addition to the natural environment in which it is located

The origins of the Regina Turdulorum are unknown but it is believed that its foundation dates from the time of Augustus, linked to the mining exploitation of the area. Its location on the road that linked Augusta Emerita (Mérida) with Hispalis (Seville) surely had very beneficial effects on its development.