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What to see in Zaragoza (Spain)

THE BLOG: https://mappingspain.com/what-to-see-... Join the Mapping Spain FB Group:   / 397712158907121   What to See in Zaragoza (and why you should visit) Detailed blog post here: https://mappingspain.com/what-to-see-... A bit of the History of Zaragoza Zaragoza is the 5th largest city in Spain and the capital of the autonomous region of Aragón. It was an early Roman city named Caesaraugusta which dates back between 25 BC -11BC. It was later ruled by the Visigoths (5th century AD) and the Moors (8th century). The Muslim kingdom made Zaragoza the Capital of Northestern Al-Andalus. It eventually became an independent Muslim Kingdom when the Caliphate of Cordoba was conquered by Catholic forces in 1018 (the Aljafería Palace dates back to this period). In 1118 AD, it was Zaragoza’s turn to fall to Catholic forces (led by Alfonso I). Aragón and neighbouring Castile are the foundation of modern Spain, the two Kingdoms uniting under the rule of Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon in 1469. It led to the eventual overthrow of the last Muslim Kingdom in Spain in 1492, marking the official end of the Reconquista. Highlights of Zaragoza Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar Zaragoza is most famous for the Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, routinely named one of Spain’s Top 10 Cathedrals. It is one of the 12 Treasures of Spain. Built between 1681 and 1872, the building is a mix of architectural styles: baroque, neoclassical and rococo. What really stands out, in contrast to most Cathedrals in Spain, are the multitude of towers and domes – 4 high towers on the corners of the building as well as 11 domes decorated with green, yellow, blue and white glass tiles. The Basilica worships the Virgin Mary, under her title Our Lady of the Pillar, as the Mother of the Hispanic People. This explains the flags of the Latin American countries (as well as artifacts from around Latin America) you’ll see around the church. Salvador Cathedral Zaragoza has co-cathedrals of the city. One is the above Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pilar, the other is Salvador Cathedral (also named La Seo). Salvador catedral was built where a previous mosque stood and was constructed in Gothic – Mudejar Style. A highlight is the stunning Mudejar-style exterior wall formed of geometric drawings and glazed ceramic. Salvador cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed along with other sites in Zaragoza under the category Mudéjar architecture of Aragon. Plaza of Our Lady of the Pillar The above two cathedral are on the gigantic Plaza of Our Lady of the Pillar. It’s the most popular square in Zaragoza and is full of sites of interest. You’ll see City Hall, the Fountain of Hispanicity, Caesaraugusta Forum Museum (dedicated to the Roman city that existed here), and the Sala de Exposiciones La Lonja. You’ll see statues and pools of water. It’s a beautiful square. The Stone Bridge Behind the Plaza of Our Lady of the Pillar and extending over the Ebro River is the Stone bridge. Originally built 1401 – 1440, this bridge has had to be rebuilt several times. A great place for views of the city. The Aljafería Palace A UNESCO World Heritage site, this fortified palace was built by the then-independent Muslim Kingdom in Zaragoza (newly independent because of the fall of Cordoba) in the late 11th century. With intricate halls, a mosque, a courtyard with a pool and rooms with incredible ceilings, the Palace is worth a visit. The Aljafería Palace is also the seat of government of the autonomous community of Aragón. Much more on the blog post: https://mappingspain.com/what-to-see-... #zaragoza #spain #travel