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Fuente de Cantos
This town in the south of Badajoz is full of churches and shrines, and is the birthplace of painter Francisco de Zurbarán.
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A town full of religious monuments
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This town in the south of Badajoz is full of churches and shrines, and is the birthplace of painter Francisco de Zurbarán.
On the Silver Route we come across the town of Fuente de Cantos, in the province of Badajoz. It is first mentioned in history in 1240, although the town probably existed before the Reconquest, with another name. Remains of its prehistoric past have been found in the Castillejos hills, from the Neolithic period and Roman times.
As well as historic monuments, Fuente de Cantos has many religious foundations, such as the Franciscan Concepción Convent, the Discalced Carmelites and the Convent of San Diego, as well as more than 20 shrines, of which only those dedicated to San Juan and La Hermosa can be visited today.
Fuente de Cantos also pays tribute to one of its most famous figures – painter Francisco de Zurbarán. You'll be able to find out about its culture if you come to its most typical festivities, such as La Chanfaina, or the San Isidro pilgrimage, both designated Festivities of Tourist Interest in Extremadura; the carnival, the San Juan festivity or the slaughtering class. -
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Casa – Museo de Zurbarán
Life and work of Francisco de Zurbarán.
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Calzadilla de los Barros
A stop along the Silver Way, pilgrims on the way to Santiago de Compostela pass through Calzadilla as they travel along what was formerly the Roman road that linked the north and the south of the Iberian Peninsula.
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Parish Church of El Salvador
Inside it, you will find one of the most beautiful Gothic altarpieces in Extremadura.
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Colonias de Cernícalo Primilla de Fuente De Cantos Special Protection Area (SPA) for Birds
The area attracts kestrels throughout the year, especially in the breeding season.
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Centro de Interpretación Francisco de Zurbarán
Discover the work of the most universal extremaduran painter
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Fuente de Cantos bus station
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The Chanfaina in Fuente de Cantos
Fuente de Cantos welcomes thousands of visitors to taste its delicious lamb traditional dish.
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The Chanfaina in Fuente de Cantos
Fuente de Cantos welcomes thousands of visitors to taste its delicious lamb traditional dish.
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San Isidro Pilgrimage in Fuente de Cantos
Fuente de Cantos recovers its pilgrim spirit on 15 May to celebrate San Isidro Labrador.
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San Isidro Pilgrimage in Fuente de Cantos
Fuente de Cantos recovers its pilgrim spirit on 15 May to celebrate San Isidro Labrador.