Art and Culture
Traditional Architecture in Extremadura Interpretation Centre
Different places reflect the spirit and character of the people who live there. Come and discover the land and people who have built up Extremadura.
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- Centro de Interpretación de la Arquitectura Popular en Extremadura
Art and Culture
History that has been built up gradually
Location and Contact:
- Tel.:+34 924 02 98 21
- Fax: +34 924 02 98 22
- Email: albaplata@juntaex.es
- Website address: viaplata.juntaex.es
- Opening times
WINTER (1 October to 31 May)
Tuesday-Sunday and public holidays, 10am-2pm and 4-7pm.
SUMMER (1 June to 30 September)
Tuesday-Sunday and public holidays, 10am-2pm and 5-8pm.
Closed on Sunday afternoons and Mondays.
- Fee
Free admission.
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Different places reflect the spirit and character of the people who live there. Come and discover the land and people who have built up Extremadura.
In Burguillos you'll find the Traditional Architecture in Extremadura Interpretation Centre. From a former Templar parish church you'll start a journey through the history of construction in Extremadura since prehistoric times. Models, photos, audiovisuals and information monitors show you the traditional architecture of each district in Extremadura.
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Type:
- Architecture
- Arts and Popular Traditions
Accessibility:
- Disabled access
- Access ramps
- Toilet with disabled access
- Toilet for disabled people in common areas
- Toilet with support rails
Theme:
- Art and culture
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MUVI - Villafranca de los Barros Museum
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Feria Castle
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Barcarrota Castle
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Castle of Burguillos del Cerro
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Fregenal de la Sierra Castle
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Jerez de los Caballeros Castle
The good state of preservation of Jerez de los Caballeros Castle will transport you to a regal age, when its walls drove back countless attacks.
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Medina de las Torres Castle
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