Palacio de Campo Real facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Palacio de Campo Real |
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| Location | Jerez de la Frontera, Province of Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain |
| Built | 1545-1785 |
| Architect | José Vargas y Sánchez |
| Architectural style(s) | Renaissance - Neoclassical |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
The Palacio de Campo Real is a beautiful old palace located in Jerez de la Frontera, a city in southern Spain. It was first built in 1545. This special building is recognized as a Bien de Interés Cultural site, which means it's an important cultural landmark.
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Discovering the Palace's History
The story of the Palacio de Campo Real begins a long time ago. Legend says that when King Alfonso X the Wise took over the city, he gave the land where the palace now stands to a brave knight. This knight had helped him conquer the city.
Over time, the knight's family mixed with other important families in the city, like the Benavente and Cabeza de Vaca families.
When Was the Palace Built?
A special stone at the entrance of the palace tells us its exact origin. The building was started in 1545. It was built by Pedro Benavente Cabeza de Vaca and Carvajal. They built it on top of what used to be an old Islamic building.
The people who inherited the palace later became known as the Marqueses de Campo Real.
What the Palace Looks Like
The outside of the palace, called the façade, is a mix of two old styles: Renaissance and Neoclassical. It was updated in 1785 by an architect named José Vargas y Sánchez.
Exploring the Exterior
The palace has two floors. The main entrance is special, with two tall Ionic columns on either side. Above the door, there's a balcony framed by an arch.
Inside the Palace: The Patio
If you go inside, you'll find a rectangular courtyard, called a patio. It has four sides and is decorated with designs of plants and family symbols. One of the round decorations shows the marriage of Pedro Banavente and Beatriz Bernalte.
The Palace Today
In the past, the Palacio de Campo Real was a place for big parties, charity events, and classical music concerts. It was a very lively spot!
Today, the palace is owned by a private individual, Manuel Alfonso de Domecq-Zurita. He is the Viscount of Almocadén and a member of a royal academy.
See also
In Spanish: Palacio de Campo Real para niños
