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Oliva de Plasencia
This municipality lies in the north of Cáceres province, within the community of municipalities known as Trasierra-Tierras de Granadilla and bordered by the districts of Las Hurdes, Sierra de Gata and Valle de Ambro
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- Oliva de Plasencia
Nestled amid valleys
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This municipality lies in the north of Cáceres province, within the community of municipalities known as Trasierra-Tierras de Granadilla and bordered by the districts of Las Hurdes, Sierra de Gata and Valle de Ambro
Oliva de Plasencia boasts many historic and cultural sites, including: the ruins of the Roman city of Cáparra (outside the town itself), the parish church of San Blas, the 19th-century town hall and the 17th-century palace of the Count of Oliva. It also has a milestone from the Silver Route, which dates back to the time of Roman Emperor Adrian.
The parish church of San Blas (Saint Blaise) is one of the area's most outstanding buildings. Dating back to the 16th century, it houses a fabulous Baroque altarpiece. The church tower was built in three sections.
When visiting this quaint town, be sure to explore the “Camino de Cáparra” (Cáparra Way), which takes you through dehesa pastureland to the ruined Roman city of Cáparra. -
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Plasencia Cathedral Museum
The quiet cloister of the cathedral houses some of the most important works in this museum
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Pérez Enciso Ethnographic Textile Museum
This was the first monographic museum dedicated to the popular culture of Cáceres
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La Isla
As the Jerte river passes through Plasencia, it creates the well-known Isla (island) - the largest park in this Cáceres city.
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Hotel Palacio Carvajal Girón
Spend the night of your dreams in this 16th century Renaissance palace converted into a hotel. Discover its sombre and elegant architecture together with interiors of another era.
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Mirabel Palace
Mirabel Palace, in Plasencia, is one of the most important buildings in the city.
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Cáparra Roman bridge
Cáparra Roman bridge is in perfect condition because it has been remodelled many times over the centuries.
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Sanctuary of La Virgen del Puerto
In a picturesque enclave, set amidst vegetation with impressive views of the Jerte Valley.
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Plasencia Bullring
The greatest bullfighting figures can be seen in Plasencia's bullring in June and August.
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Parque de los Pinos
The peculiar orography of this park shelters a host of species of trees and animals.
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Iglesia de San Martín
Considered the oldest church in Plasencia, it houses a marvellous Plateresque altarpiece with paintings by Extremeñan Luis de Morales, dated between 1565 and 1570.