The city of Baeza is found at the belly button of the world in the province of Jaen in Andalusia, Spain. The historical civilization, culture, and architecture are evidently proved in Baeza. Jointly with Úbeda and Jaén, Baeza is also situated in the region called monumental triangle of the southern renaissance; here, many masterpieces can be opened in palaces, churches, and leaning overhanging narrow streets. Like with other tourist destinations, it is often visited in conjunction with Úbeda, which are only some 20 km apart, yet, taking a journey through Baeza in the morning proves to be a historically and artistically engaging day-trip.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Morning in Baeza
Therefore, regardless of how noble the idea of traveling is or how many days will be spent in Baeza, it is viable to plan some approximations of time to get the optimum of the trip.
Here are some tips that will help you to have a good time and use all the possibilities:
- Start Early: It means that the best time to have a somewhat solitary walk around Baeza while making the most of your time in the town is in the morning. In AS IT IS and ROME FOR TOURISTS, it is suggested that it is better to go sightseeing in the morning so that people will not be easily exhausted as they roam around the city’s historic streets and piazzas.
- Wear Comfortable Footwear: There is a realization of the use of cobblestone streets and pathways that are uneven in Baeza and thus, there is a need for one to slip on some comfortable shoes for walking. Select slip-ons that would also blend well with the architectural duets of the city and would afford lots of walking.
- Stay Hydrated: A bottle of water prescribed to enable one to stay hydrated during your bustle in the morning most especially during summer. Some of the eateries painted by Baeza are as mouth-watering as the marvelous drinks and yet, water is also required when you are outside cam-whining in the tourist spots.
- Bring a Camera: It intentionally does not say to bring our camera or our cellphone for an instance, take pictures of the architectural designs of Baeza; the beautiful views; and lonely street. The beautiful going tops are the architectural designs of Baeza particularly the palaces and plazas that harmonize with the beautiful natural backgrounds that the so-good-for-trip-photographers.
- Embrace Guided Tours: Another important reason for choosing the same is that it also provides a means of having a fixed guide with all informative tours providing live information about the history, arts and culture of the town of Baeza. They provide vast historical context about the places in the city and additional details that cannot be observed on the territory of the city if one is only in a bus.
Exploring Baeza’s Architectural Marvels
On the contrary what Baeza want to depict from the architectural background of the city is it holds a very colorful and bright history specially the period when renaissance art was on its bloom. It is amazing to wander around the city to see the fascination palaces, churches, and monuments it has.
Jabalquinto Palace
I recommend beginning your strolling trip in the morning with Jabalquinto Palace that is an outstanding representation of Renaissance and is considered one of the symbols of Baeza. Built in the second half of the 16th century, the palace now houses the International University of Andalusia. Unfortunately, people can not get into the palace to catch a glimpse of what is inside, however, the outside and the gorgeous yard are splendid representations of what elegance of Xiv European President’s palace looks like.
Old Town Hall
You can then move to other architectural trips that are in Baeza; one of them is the old town hall that is located in the downtown. This wonderful building which former served as the town hall certainly has a long and quite an interesting story behind it. They are sacred and beautiful structures, The exterior has been recently done with a bright design and elegant carvings while the interiors symbolizes the pragmatic cell of the community which many probably used it for once.
Churches and Convents
Familiarize yourself with the town’s spiritual history and the Churches and convents which are the major Examples of reinassance arhitecture in Spain. Beside, the things visitors can observe are the Church of Santa Cruz which was constructed in the Romanesque style, while this style is rather uncommon for Andalusia among the other things The Baeza Cathedal has very impressive appearance from outside, and the interior decoration of the building is also worth seeing.
Charming Streets and Plazas
While walking in the narrow streets of Baeza and watching the pictures quelayout of the city’s plazas one has to concentrate on the absence of noise and the beauty of the buildings.
Must-Visit Locations
Below are some places that a person must visit during your trip to Baeza:
- Shed Street and the Cathedral’s Door of Forgiveness: Visit Shed Street, a well-lit street with old buildings and gorgeous stores. I do think it will be relevant to take a glimpse at the Door of Forgiveness in the Cathedral; It is a masterpiece of the gothic style door filled with carving and sculpture.
- Plaza del Pópulo: Get a feel of the city of Baeza and then go for a leisurely stroll around Plaza del Pópulo- the Plaza popular among the tourist. One of the great fountains bringing out the figure of lions and horses; Among other remarkable architectures touching the plaza include the Antiguas Carnicerías and the headquarters of UNESCO.
- Plaza de la Constitución: Walk at a relaxed pace in the Plaza de la Constitución that is among the several major commercial centers in town with various cafeterias, shops and century-old structures. Take any of the benches, and watch the people as feel the energy of this working city’s intensity.
Exploring Baeza’s Literary Legacy
For the Spanish letters Baeza has its place: in this city the famous poet Antonio Mached lived during the last years of his life.
Pay homage to the poet’s memory by visiting the following sites:
- Classroom of the Old University: Return to the Classroom of the Old University where Antonio Machado used to teach the students French in Baeza. Today it is a secondary school; thus, the viewer gets a glimpse of the room where the poet, which, according to the protagonist, used to transmit the knowledge.
- House of Antonio Machado: Actually it is impossible to get to know the house in Baeza where the poet lived, but one can only look at the house front where there is a plate that reads Antonio Machado lived here. This piece of literature is situated at the Calle Gaspar Becerra and the visitors will be in a position to see the traces of Machado’s work.
- Statue of Antonio Machado: To honor the poet you should go for a walk along San Pablo Street and see the bust of Antonio Machade at the Nuevo Casino. This sculpture installed to honor the poet is made of bronze through which the poet maintains the permanence of his creation in Spain and Spanish Literature.
Breathtaking Views and Scenic Vistas
It is one of the things that any body that will be going to baeza would not wish to miss out on during his or her visit. Head to the following vantage points for unparalleled vistas of the city and its surroundings:
- Paseo de las Murallas: About one of the sightseeing the Baeza suggests Paseo de las Murallas, which is a great promenade with stunning views of the architectural and the countryside. Overwhelming is the view of the rolled plain covered with olive trees that make the outlook a green picture.
- Paseo del Obispo: Continue to Paseo del Obispo, one more event inviting tourist with the wonderful view on Guadalquivir Valley. Peep the sun really causing the colours of the hills and olive trees to really glow and shine with warmth.
When the time for departure is set and you are leaving Baeza thinking or regretting of the morning trip and sight seeing that one has witnessed, one should thank his stars for it all. Whether if it is the beauty of historical and architectural important constructions, the melting in the charming towns, or visiting the locations that are associated with the literary creatures, Baeza offers a journey through centuries and ethnical settings. Each time you are given a chance to leave this great city, let it be with memories, with attraction as well as with hope of another adventure to be ‘met’.