Square de Santa María

Description

Reaching the Old Square or Santa Maria Square through the old town of Cazorla is a surprise for the walker. The open space with the high slopes of the Peña de los Halcones, the Gilillo peak or the castle of La Yedra make it difficult for you to see what you have at your height. But at your height there is a beautiful square full of history and charm, where the ruins of the Church of Santa Maria demand the attention of the many travelers who come to this place.

The Church of Santa Maria was the most important monument of the advance of Cazorla. As a Renaissance, his inspiration is attributed to Andrew of Vandelvira or one of his disciples. It is built on the Cerezuelo River, taking advantage of the vault that covers the river and crosses the entire Plaza.

It is not the only unique building we find there: the House of the Clérigos, the Thematic Center of Threatened Species, the old Conistorial Houses (in an alley above the square) or the Fountain of the Chain (built in 1605) are some of the many visits we can make here.

In the square we also find nice restaurants that offer a great sample of local cuisine. To enjoy these dishes in the quiet dusk is one more reason to often go to this suggestive square.

We suggest:

• Visit the ruins of Santa Maria, know its history and its curious construction. You can order information from the tourist office (953 71 01 02).

• Up by the river Cerezuelo, passing the ruins of Santa María in the direction of the castle of La Yedra, and walking along one of the small routes that begin in this area. An information panel will help you to better know this area of the city.

In Cazorla, we leave the Plaza de la Constitución, in the center of the village. From here follow Doctor Muñoz Street to La Corredera Square. At the end of this, we turn right and immediately left, following the signs to the Castle of La Yedra. After passing by the balcony of Zabaleta and crossing the street José Salcedo Cano - a narrow and steep street with numerous pots in its balconies - we reached the Plaza de Santa María.