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Geodisea
The Villuercas-Ibores-Jara Geopark becomes the scenario of an extensive range of activities related to the area’s geology, adventure, cultural heritage and gastronomy.
Location and Contact:
- Tel.:+34 927 36 94 29
- Website address: www.geoparquevilluercas.es
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GeoparqueVilluercas
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/VilluercasGPark
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The Villuercas-Ibores-Jara Geopark becomes the scenario of an extensive range of activities related to the area’s geology, adventure, cultural heritage and gastronomy.
Geodisea will take you on a journey through the history of the earth in a unique setting: the Villuercas-Ibores-Jara Geopark. A large territory which preserves a geological heritage, recognized by the UNESCO, where, through its landscapes, we can appreciate many signs of how the land has changed over millions of years.
Thanks to a varied programme of activities you will discover the attractions and values of this natural space through three theme weekends: GeoAventura, GeoCultura and GeoSabor (GeoAdventure, Geoculture & GeoFlavour).
Visitors can enjoy this destination discovering cultural heritage and geological treasures, taking part in outdoor adventure activities and tasting the most emblematic gastronomic delicacies of this Extremaduran enclave.
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- Type:
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- Festival
- Event subject:
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- Open Air
- Sports
- Gastronomy
- History
- Nature
- Start date:
- 03/11/2023
- End date:
- 19/11/2023
Theme:
- Events
Target audience:
- Families
- Young people
- Single people
- Senior citizens
- Children
- Couples
- Single people
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Royal Monastery of Guadalupe
This holy place, which has been declared a Universal World Heritage Site, stands opposite the Central Square.
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Church of San Juan Bautista
The relics of Saint Fulgentius and Saint Florentina, which were salvaged from the Arab invasion, are currently in the parish church of San Juan Bautista, also known as Santa Florentina, in Berzocana.
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Chapel of El Humilladero
The main function of this chapel is as an oratory for the pilgrims who come to Guadalupe from the north.
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Extremadura's Geopark
The Villuercas-Ibores-Jara Geopark is not to be missed, with its spectacular landscapes, rich biodiversity and paleontological remains.
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Costanaza Mine
Discover mining activity, which has had an important role throughout history in this area, visiting the inside of the Costanaza mine.
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Guadalupe — an artistic and spiritual centre
The Royal Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe is the most important monument in the town, the services offered by which are a genuine plus for all visitors.
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Castañar Cave Interpretation Centre
Explore the caverns, located in an exceptional place: the Villuercas-Ibores-Jara Geopark.
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The Calabazas chestnut trees
This natural site consists of a group of 17 monumental chestnut trees and a gall oak in the Castañar de Ibor district.
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Museums of the Royal Monastery of Guadalupe
The old bakery, refectory and the Mudejar cloister are some of the places in the Monastery that house the museums
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Vicente Sos Baynat Geological and Mining Museum
Discover the secrets of the entrails of Logrosán guided by the knowledge of one of the most illustrious of geologists.
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La Nutria
Hiding amongst the trees and greenery is a natural pool with cool, clean water from the Ruecas river.
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Playa Cancho del Fresno
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Costanaza Mine
Discover mining activity, which has had an important role throughout history in this area, visiting the inside of the Costanaza mine.
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Mirabel Estate
Alfonso XIII, Rainier III of Monaco or Miguel de Unamuno have lived or stayed in the rooms of this palace.
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Valdefuentes Estate
This estate was converted into one of the residences of Queen Isabel la Católica during her periods of rest in Extremadura.
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Royal Monastery of Guadalupe
This holy place, which has been declared a Universal World Heritage Site, stands opposite the Central Square.
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Church of San Juan Bautista
The relics of Saint Fulgentius and Saint Florentina, which were salvaged from the Arab invasion, are currently in the parish church of San Juan Bautista, also known as Santa Florentina, in Berzocana.
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Guadalupe — an artistic and spiritual centre
The Royal Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe is the most important monument in the town, the services offered by which are a genuine plus for all visitors.