Tarazona

Crossed by the River Queiles, the city of Tarazona, is one of the most beautiful and original ensembles of Aragon. Nowadays, the Roman Turiaso is a jewel of the Mudejar. Its cathedral of Santa María de la Huerta is considered the “Sistine Chapel” of the Spanish Renaissance. We also admire the unique octagonal bullring. The church of Santa María Magdalena is the oldest preserved temple in Tarazona and its Mudejar tower is the main visual reference of the old town. The archiepiscopal palace was the ancient Muslim Zuda and a temporary residence for the Aragonese kings. In the northern medieval tower is the Hall of Bishops, covered with a Mudejar coffered ceiling. In the Plaza del Mercado you can admire the monumental Renaissance façade of the Town Hall, which has a frieze representing the triumphant procession of Charles V after his coronation in Bologna.

The palace-garden of Eguarás was built in the 16th century in the Renaissance style and subsequently enlarged and renovated several times. In the district of Tórtoles is where we find the mosque of the same name. Built in the mid-15th century, it is one of the later works of Muslim culture in the Peninsula. The great value of its wooden roof is a key feature of its interior. A walk through its walls and hanging houses and its magnificent Jewish quarter, narrow and winding streets, complete the visit to this beautiful city.

Position on the route

Heart of Moncayo Route

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Old Bullring

The Old Bullring of Tarazona was declared a Site of Cultural Interest in the monument category and forms part of the Union of Historic Places of Spain. This beautiful and original square was built in the 18th century and has an octagonal layout. They were used for its masonry construction, rammed earth, brick and Arab tile in the gable roof. It comprises a central space surrounded by thirty-two houses, which currently retain their function. In the central space concerts, musical performances and other social events are held.