Art and Culture
Centro de Interpretación de los Caminos Jacobeos del Oeste Peninsular en Monesterio
This natural route wasn't only used in the Roman Empire. Moors and Christians built many fortresses and towns along the way.
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- Centro de Interpretación General de la Vía de la Plata en Monesterio
Art and Culture
On the way through Extremadura
Location and Contact:
- Opening times
WINTER (October 1st - May 31st)
Tuesday-Saturday: 10am-2pm and 4-7pm.
Sundays: 10am-2pm.
SUMMER (June 1st - September 30th)
Tuesday-Saturday: 10am-2pm and 5-8pm.
Sundays: 10am-2pm.
- Fee
Free admission.
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This natural route wasn't only used in the Roman Empire. Moors and Christians built many fortresses and towns along the way.
The Silver Route Interpretation Centre in Monesterio is one of three centres that tell you all about the secrets of this important road. Situated in the town's main square, the centre shows the history and influence of this old road along the way, and in Extremadura in general.
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Type:
- Culture
- History
- Thematic
Accessibility:
- Disabled access
- Admits guide dogs
- Accessible elevator
- Access ramps
- Toilet with disabled access
- Toilet for disabled people in common areas
- Toilet with support rails
Services:
- Auditorium
- Facilities for Disabled
Theme:
- Art and culture
Gallery:
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