Take a trip back to the 15th century as you tour the seafaring town where Christopher Columbus prepared his second voyage to America. In this tour, we'll discover the role of El Puerto de Santa Maria in the trade with the New World.
Description
Join us at the Plaza de Toros de El Puerto de Santa María. Wondering why we kick off the tour here? Stay tuned to uncover the mystery!
We'll begin by strolling along the Guadalete River's banks, as we discuss its crucial role in the trade between Spain and the New World. As we continue we'll come to admire El Puerto de Santa Maria's iconic sites, like the old pier, and fish market, as well as delve into historical ducal and royal customs of the past.
Next, we'll head to the Iglesia Mayor Prioral in Plaza de España. This temple sits atop the city, built during the dukes of Medinaceli's peak, just like the other grand structures in the vicinity.
Finally, we'll enter the Aranibar Palace, the oldest house of shippers to the Indies preserved in El Puerto.
After two captivating hours of delving into this slice of Spanish history, our journey will conclude back where we began.
Important
In the case that we are unable to visit a monument mentioned in the description, the visit will be replaced by another site along the tour route.
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