Zaragoza Local Attractions
One of Zaragoza's greatest claims to fame is that it produced one Francisco de Goya who was one of Spain’s finest painters and the last of the old masters. Goya was born in 1746 in Fuendetodos which is a village about 25 km south east of the city, with his frescoes in evidence in the Basilica of Nuestra Señora del Pilar, the Camón Aznar Museum and the Provincial Museum of Fine Arts. www.zaragoza.es/museos/
Local Attractions in Zaragoza
The
Palacio de
la Aljaferia was constructed during the eleventh century as
a summer palace for the Muslim ruler, and it was later resided in
by the Kings of Aragón and is reputedly one of the most beautiful
Moorish palaces outside of Andalucía. The finely carved ceiling
in the throne room contains the symbols of Queen Isabel and King
Fernando.
Plaza del Pilar is a huge pedestrian square where several of the city's most important buildings are located including the Cathedral of La Seo, City Hall, La Lonja and the Basilica of El Pilar. Also known as Cathedral Square, Plaza del Pilar is one of the largest squares in Europe.
The Basilica
de Nuestra Senora de Pilar is Spain's largest Baroque church
with work by several important artists including Ventura Rodríguez,
Damián Forment and Goya. It is visited by many pilgrims,
with its pillar taking its name from the pillar on the banks of
the River Ebro where the Virgin Mary descended from Heaven to appear
before St James the apostle and ordered him to build the church.
The Parque de Atracciones is located in the Venecia pine groves and has more than 35 fairground rides, swimming pools and restaurants ensuring that all members of the family have something to keep them occupied.
Getting around in Zaragoza
If you are planning to explore the area outside of the city centre and play some golf or go to some of the more out of the way places then you might consider hiring a car. There are a number of car hire firms based at Zaragoza Airport who will be pleased to have a vehicle awaiting your arrival. This also cuts down on transfer costs for you and your family.
We also provide information on other sporting and leisure amenities in Zaragoza including an Area Guide to Zaragoza which gives you complete information on the best places for Shopping in Zaragoza, Golf Courses in Zaragoza, recommended Zaragoza Restaurants and a guide to Zaragoza Local Attractions
