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City view of Tarazona<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
You know those places that you fall in love with instantly? Well, for me, this was one of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tarazona, Spain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cradled by the spectacular Moncayo mountain range, Tarazona is a small town of 11,000. It sits on the borders of Arag\u00f3n, Castile y Le\u00f3n and Navarre. Because of this, the city has always held strategic importance in Spain, and wandering along the banks of the Queiles River and through the city streets is like taking a journey through time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the Roman era, Tarazona, then known as Turiaso,<\/em> was a prosperous city where all the inhabitants enjoyed life as full Roman citizens. After the fall of the Roman Empire, Tarazona declined and was eventually taken over by the Muslims in the 8th Century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"\"$
This was a nice place to walk along the river<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Tarazona is in the region of Arag\u00f3n and there is no better place to feel the Muslim influence than here. The best part is, there won\u2019t be Granada or C\u00f3rdoba crowds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mud\u00e9jar architecture developed in the 12th Century and was popular through the 17th Century. While not exactly built during Muslim reign, this architecture combines both Islamic and European styles, which can be seen in the magnificent brick and tile work of these structures. They also highlight the peaceful co-existence of these communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arag\u00f3n\u2019s Mud\u00e9jar architecture is, collectively, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Tarazona is just one stop on a tour around this marvellous region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"Mud\u00e9jar$
The cathedral’s Mud\u00e9jar<\/em> tower<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
One of the most interesting places I\u2019ve seen is Tarazona\u2019s Jewish Quarter. Well, Jewish Quarters \u2014 there was an old and a new, each having a synagogue. The Jewish community here was one of the most important in Arag\u00f3n. Its proximity to Castile and Navarre provided them with many commercial opportunities, allowing the community to enjoy long periods of prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A hike uphill, through the tranquil, traffic-free streets takes you past the lovely Hanging Houses (Casas Colgadas) where noble families lived. Good thing I\u2019m not of noble blood as I\u2019m scared of heights and these houses sit right on the edge of the hill!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Tarazona’s Casas Colgadas<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Tarazona was conquered by Alfonso I in 1119 and became the seat of the Diocese of Tarazona. Construction began on the town\u2019s jewel, the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Huerta in the 12th Century. It combines Romanesque, Gothic and Mudejar styles. So many interesting features make the outside as beautiful as the inside and it\u2019s a fascinating place to explore the town\u2019s extraordinary art and artifacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The spirit of Tarazona\u2019s Christian history is everywhere as it is part of the extensive Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. So, those who like to walk can certainly come here on foot. Look for shell symbols and yellow arrows throughout town to help you find your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"\"$
A detail on the cathedral<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Watching a bullfight is a national pastime in Spain, and it seems especially popular in more rural areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of my adorable young students would always ask me if I liked to go and watch bullfighting. *\u201cLo siento, Sergio, it\u2019s not my thing and no, you can\u2019t convince me otherwise\u201d. <\/em>This was a weekly conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n*
Despite taking a hard pass on watching a bullfight, I love the architecture of a bullring. And Tarazona\u2019s Plaza de Toros Vieja is one of the most unique ones I\u2019ve seen. The bright yellow octagon, dating back to 1792 and one of the oldest bullrings in Spain, is the first thing my eye is drawn to as I stand looking out over the city. It\u2019s like the entire city was built around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Coffee and laundry at the bullring<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
An open door invites me in at my leisure. But instead of just a dusty, empty arena, I see laundry hanging everywhere and people sitting under umbrellas enjoying their daily caf\u00e9 con leche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This well-preserved building was replaced when the new bullring was built in 1870. The boxes were converted into private housing with the entrances on the outside and the arched galleries converted into windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I don\u2019t know about you, but I think this would be a pretty cool place to live. I\u2019m so curious as to what the inside looks like!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If there\u2019s one thing I love most about Spain, it\u2019s the fiestas. And there are always fiestas! Every small town has something to celebrate and I am in awe at how these unique and interesting traditions have lasted centuries and are still celebrated with gusto today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The statue of Cipotegato<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Every August 27th, Tarazona celebrates Cipotegato, in honour of St. Atilano, the town\u2019s patron saint. At exactly noon, Cipotegato, a jester dressed in a harlequin costume of red, green and yellow, steps into the Plaza Mayor. He attempts to cross the square while being followed by a tomato-throwing crowd. If he successfully makes it to the other end, he will climb up the statue of Cipotegato and declare himself victorious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Plaza Mayor is the heart of the city where the Cipotegato and other local festivities take place. In this lovely square is Tarazona\u2019s magnificent Ayuntamiento, or Town Hall, built between 1557 and 1563, and originally used as a market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Tarazona’s gorgeous Ayuntamiento<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
The ornate fa\u00e7ade, with its gallery of arches, depicts the exploits of nobility and the allegorical figures of Justice and Wisdom. I think it\u2019s one of the most beautiful town halls in Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re visiting Zaragoza, the hour-and-a-half-long bus ride is well worth taking to Tarazona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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A scallop shell marks the Camino de Santiago<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
In fact, an overnight would be ideal as the bus service operates on a bit of a strange schedule. Much of my time here was spent during their very long siesta, so few things were open for touring. Before I knew it, it was time to leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you love interesting small towns, history and architecture, or are just looking for a quiet place to relax, Tarazona is one of the loveliest places to explore in Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
*Buen Camino!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"*
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City view of Tarazona<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
You know those places that you fall in love with instantly? Well, for me, this was one of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tarazona, Spain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cradled by the spectacular Moncayo mountain range, Tarazona is a small town of 11,000. It sits on the borders of Arag\u00f3n, Castile y Le\u00f3n and Navarre. Because of this, the city has always held strategic importance in Spain, and wandering along the banks of the Queiles River and through the city streets is like taking a journey through time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the Roman era, Tarazona, then known as Turiaso,<\/em> was a prosperous city where all the inhabitants enjoyed life as full Roman citizens. After the fall of the Roman Empire, Tarazona declined and was eventually taken over by the Muslims in the 8th Century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"\"$
This was a nice place to walk along the river<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Tarazona is in the region of Arag\u00f3n and there is no better place to feel the Muslim influence than here. The best part is, there won\u2019t be Granada or C\u00f3rdoba crowds!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mud\u00e9jar architecture developed in the 12th Century and was popular through the 17th Century. While not exactly built during Muslim reign, this architecture combines both Islamic and European styles, which can be seen in the magnificent brick and tile work of these structures. They also highlight the peaceful co-existence of these communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Arag\u00f3n\u2019s Mud\u00e9jar architecture is, collectively, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Tarazona is just one stop on a tour around this marvellous region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"Mud\u00e9jar$
The cathedral’s Mud\u00e9jar<\/em> tower<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
One of the most interesting places I\u2019ve seen is Tarazona\u2019s Jewish Quarter. Well, Jewish Quarters \u2014 there was an old and a new, each having a synagogue. The Jewish community here was one of the most important in Arag\u00f3n. Its proximity to Castile and Navarre provided them with many commercial opportunities, allowing the community to enjoy long periods of prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A hike uphill, through the tranquil, traffic-free streets takes you past the lovely Hanging Houses (Casas Colgadas) where noble families lived. Good thing I\u2019m not of noble blood as I\u2019m scared of heights and these houses sit right on the edge of the hill!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"Old$
Tarazona’s Casas Colgadas<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Tarazona was conquered by Alfonso I in 1119 and became the seat of the Diocese of Tarazona. Construction began on the town\u2019s jewel, the Cathedral of Santa Maria de la Huerta in the 12th Century. It combines Romanesque, Gothic and Mudejar styles. So many interesting features make the outside as beautiful as the inside and it\u2019s a fascinating place to explore the town\u2019s extraordinary art and artifacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The spirit of Tarazona\u2019s Christian history is everywhere as it is part of the extensive Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. So, those who like to walk can certainly come here on foot. Look for shell symbols and yellow arrows throughout town to help you find your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"\"$
A detail on the cathedral<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Watching a bullfight is a national pastime in Spain, and it seems especially popular in more rural areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of my adorable young students would always ask me if I liked to go and watch bullfighting. *\u201cLo siento, Sergio, it\u2019s not my thing and no, you can\u2019t convince me otherwise\u201d. <\/em>This was a weekly conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n*
Despite taking a hard pass on watching a bullfight, I love the architecture of a bullring. And Tarazona\u2019s Plaza de Toros Vieja is one of the most unique ones I\u2019ve seen. The bright yellow octagon, dating back to 1792 and one of the oldest bullrings in Spain, is the first thing my eye is drawn to as I stand looking out over the city. It\u2019s like the entire city was built around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
$\"\"$
Coffee and laundry at the bullring<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
An open door invites me in at my leisure. But instead of just a dusty, empty arena, I see laundry hanging everywhere and people sitting under umbrellas enjoying their daily caf\u00e9 con leche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This well-preserved building was replaced when the new bullring was built in 1870. The boxes were converted into private housing with the entrances on the outside and the arched galleries converted into windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I don\u2019t know about you, but I think this would be a pretty cool place to live. I\u2019m so curious as to what the inside looks like!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If there\u2019s one thing I love most about Spain, it\u2019s the fiestas. And there are always fiestas! Every small town has something to celebrate and I am in awe at how these unique and interesting traditions have lasted centuries and are still celebrated with gusto today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The statue of Cipotegato<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Every August 27th, Tarazona celebrates Cipotegato, in honour of St. Atilano, the town\u2019s patron saint. At exactly noon, Cipotegato, a jester dressed in a harlequin costume of red, green and yellow, steps into the Plaza Mayor. He attempts to cross the square while being followed by a tomato-throwing crowd. If he successfully makes it to the other end, he will climb up the statue of Cipotegato and declare himself victorious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Plaza Mayor is the heart of the city where the Cipotegato and other local festivities take place. In this lovely square is Tarazona\u2019s magnificent Ayuntamiento, or Town Hall, built between 1557 and 1563, and originally used as a market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Tarazona’s gorgeous Ayuntamiento<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
The ornate fa\u00e7ade, with its gallery of arches, depicts the exploits of nobility and the allegorical figures of Justice and Wisdom. I think it\u2019s one of the most beautiful town halls in Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re visiting Zaragoza, the hour-and-a-half-long bus ride is well worth taking to Tarazona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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A scallop shell marks the Camino de Santiago<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
In fact, an overnight would be ideal as the bus service operates on a bit of a strange schedule. Much of my time here was spent during their very long siesta, so few things were open for touring. Before I knew it, it was time to leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you love interesting small towns, history and architecture, or are just looking for a quiet place to relax, Tarazona is one of the loveliest places to explore in Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
*Buen Camino!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"*
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