The Best Historic Buildings in the Province of Cadiz

When a province such as Cadiz has lived thousands of years of civilisation with the most important cultures, such as Phoenicians, Romans, Jews, Muslims or Christians, it’s commonsense that there is an immense number of important historic buildings.

The Best Historic Buildings in the Province of Cadiz
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As we said, the province of Cadiz has a wide diversity of buildings from different periods and architectural styles.

You’ll find the largest City Hall in Andalusia, where the first Spanish Constitution was determined, in the city of San Fernando.

In Cadiz city you will find the Castle of San Sebastian, an old fortress that nowadays hosts a lot of concerts and other events.

From the Muslim period, you’ll find the Castle of Guzman el Bueno, which had an important role in the reconquista.

Another very important building is the Castle of Sancti Petri, in Chiclana, located where ancient texts located the Temple of Hercules, which nowadays can be reached through guided tours in kayaks.

In the province of Cadiz there is also the Observatory, that gives the official time to all Spain and that you can visit. It is located in San Fernando.

In Jerez you can see one of the only examples of Almohad architecture found in Spain, the Alcazar.

There are also important historical buildings in the Sierra de Cadiz, such as the Castle of Olvera, the Castle of Espera, the Castle of Arcos and the Castle of Castellar. You’ll also find the Torre del Reloj in Zahara and the Torre del Reloj de Doña Blanca, in Medina Sidonia. We cannot forget the Cerro del Castillo, in Medina Sidonia too, where three different fortresses have been found.

All this and more can be visited in the province of Cadiz. On TUDESTINO you can find all the information you need to plan a splendid cultural day.

Discover The Best Historic Buildings in the Province of Cadiz

Former La Palma Spa
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The Fomer La Palma Spa (Balneario de la Palma) is one of the most unique buildings of Cadiz. Opened in 1926, it replaced the traditional Baños del Real. It is a building made of reinforced concrete, which has two distinct nuclei: the entrance hall, built on the wall (la Muralla) and the Spa called Balneario,...

Los Diezmos Mill
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The old Cilla House or Los Diezmos Mill, in Espera, is an interesting baroque building. It was intended to collect and store the product of tithes. These were then offered to the Church. It also had a wine press and a mill, which activity has continued to this day and age. It was a building...

Palacio de la Diputación
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The current Palacio de la Diputación of Cadiz (“Palace of the Deputation of Cadiz”) was built in the 18th century as the Customs headquarters. It has been featured in several episodes of great historical importance, being the seat of the Regency during the siege of the Napoleonic troops. It was also the first place where...

Alcazar of Jerez and Camera Obscura
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The Alcazar of Jerez is the oldest monument in Jerez de la Frontera. It is one of the few examples of Almohad architecture that are preserved in the peninsula. Outside we can admire three towers: Almohade, Ponce de León and Octagonal. Inside, the Door of the City, from the XII century, stands out (only access...

Torre del Reloj Zahara
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Torre del Reloj (“Clock Tower”) is one of the oldest monuments in Zahara de la Sierra (Andalusia). This old bell tower marked the rhythm of life of the people indicating the duration of the days and worship activities. It was built in the 16th century. It was part of an ancient shrine and is attached...

Pantheon of Illustrious Sailors
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The Pantheon of Illustrious Sailors (Panteón de Marinos Ilustres), in San Fernando, is a Neoclassical building from the 18th century. It has several mausoleums of the most illustrious sailors. It was first built as Church of the Immaculate Conception. However, in the 19th century it turned into the building we know today. Outside, the monumental...

Casa Palacio de los Mora
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The Casa Palacio de los Mora was designed by Juan de la Vega in Cádiz. It was opened with a ballroom dance chaired by Queen Isabella II of Spain. Its physiognomy responds to the Elizabethan style. Moreover, it can be considered as one of the most outstanding 19th-century civil buildings in the...

San Juan de Dios
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San Juan de Dios, built in the 16th century, was one of the hospitals that existed at that time in Arcos de la Frontera. At the end of that same century, it was decided to unite all the centres into one. So, it was then the only one in the city. Although it is currently...

Casa del Almirante
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The Casa del Almirante (“Admirals House”) was built in 1685 by the Admiral of the Fleet of the Indies Mr Diego de Barrios, in Cádiz. It is one of the most significant examples of the houses of shippers to the Indies preserved in the city. Its great Baroque façade stands out, made of red marbles...

Ermita de San Pedro
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The Ermita de San Pedro (“Hermitage of San Pedro”) is located in the old Plaza del Perdón in front of the Parish of Ubrique. It is next to the Town Hall Square. It was built by Miguel de Olivares in 1801. A strong epidemic that ravaged the province at that time, together with a precarious...

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