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Church of Santa María de los Reyes
Its 14th century polychrome Gothic portico, which preserves the original colors of the 17th century, is a jewel of the religious heritage of the Rioja Alavesa.
País Vasco / Álava
ÁlavaPaís Vasco
Laguardia
ÁlavaPaís VascoIdeal for a quiet visit
Ideal time to visit. Low tourist numbers expected.
IN FIGURES
Heritage and Tradition
635m
ALTITUDE
S. XIII
CITY WALLS
1.500
INHABITANTS
300
WINE CELLARS
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Laguardia, where the sea and medieval stone meet.
Laguardia, in the south of the province of Alava, occupies a privileged place in the Rioja Alavesa. Its location in the central part of the region, dominating the valley, responds to the warrior spirit of its founder and the defensive mission it had against the kingdom of Navarre. The population center is located on a whimsical hill that simulates the hull of a ship sailing north. The surroundings of the town, as attested by the archaeological remains found, the site of La Hoya and the numerous dolmens, were populated from time immemorial. Today Laguardia maintains the typical town planning of
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What to see
Points of interest
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Abbatial Tower
Medieval tower of the XII-XIII centuries. It serves as a lookout with 360° views over the village and vineyards.
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Plaza Mayor and Carillon Clock
Heart of the village. The town hall has a carillon clock with automatons performing a typical dance.
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Medieval wall and gates
Thirteenth-century wall built by order of Sancho el Fuerte of Navarre. Five gates remain: Carnicerías, Mercadal, Páganos, San Juan and Santa Engracia.
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Casa de la Primicia
The oldest civil building in Laguardia, dating from the 14th century. It is a reference of the medieval architecture of the town.
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Laguardia is located in Álava, País Vasco.
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