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Arenas de San Pedro information
In addition to its extensive heritage, Arenas
de San Pedro is an interesting tourist destination thanks to its
famous caves "Cuevas del Águila", discovered
in 1963, and located six kilometres away from the town.
In the city centre we see the remarkable castle of the Sad Countess,
with a great keep; the Gothic 16th-century church of Nuestra Señora
de Asunción; and the palace of the Infante Don Luis de
Borbón. It is also indispensable to visit the sanctuary
of San Pedro de Alcántara, from the 16th century, declared
a Historic-Artistic Heritage in 1972. Situated three kilometres
away from Arenas, this sanctuary was remodelled in the 18th century,
following the plans of architect Ventura Rodríguez, who
erected a magnificent funerary chapel. In the orchard there is
a thornless rosebush that, legend says, is a miracle performed
by San Pedro de Alcántara. The museum in the Royal Chapel
exhibits an interesting collection of liturgical precious metalwork.
Oficina de Turismo: Plaza del Generalísimo, 1
5400 Arenas de San Pedro (Ávila)
Tel. +34 920370005
Source: Web server of Instituto de Turismo de España, TURESPAÑA.