The Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar is the city's icon. It is sumptuous, huge, and mysterious. Also, the place's fame, especially the pillars, comes from its history. It tells that the Virgin Mary appeared to the Apostle Saint Jacques on the del Pilar. This sacred tour allows travelers to touch a pillar section behind ►
The Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar is the city's icon. It is sumptuous, huge, and mysterious. Also, the place's fame, especially the pillars, comes from its history. It tells that the Virgin Mary appeared to the Apostle Saint Jacques on the del Pilar. This sacred tour allows travelers to touch a pillar section behind the Chapel.
Exceptional monuments can be discovered in Zaragoza, and the Cathedral of San Salvador is among them. It is located a few steps from the Basilica, and its mix of Mudejar, Gothic and Baroque styles is unique. Further on, the Aljaferia Palace is another must-see. It is a Hispanic Islamic construction, and today, it welcomes the members of the parliament of Aragon. However, part of the palace, including the patio and garden, can be visited.
A walk along the Ebro River is worth seeing during a stop in Zaragoza. Indeed, the banks of this long river are perfect for better appreciating the capital's splendor. In addition, it is even possible to cross the nearby Stone Bridge and admire the balcony of San Lázaro. Usually, the view is better at night.
For history lovers, the remains of the city's Roman past await them. There's nothing better than detaching museums to get an overview of these archives. On the list is the Museo del Teatro Romano de Caesaraugusta, a Roman theater built in the 1st century. There is also the Museo del Foro de Caesaraugusta, which summarizes the city's history and the life of the Romans in the city.
On another note is the Zaragoza Museum, which promises a collection of incredible works from prehistoric times to the present day, with works by Goya and Damián Forment. As for Pablo Gargallo's work, more than 150 works by the author are on display. ◄
