Cáceres Museum, Provincial museum in Old Town, Cáceres, Spain.
The Cáceres Museum occupies two historic buildings that define the Old Town streetscape and are connected through a remodeled interior courtyard. One collection displays archaeological finds from the Lower Paleolithic through the Medieval period, while the other presents paintings, sculptures, and furnishings from the Middle Ages to modern times.
The museum traces its roots to the 1890s when local scholars began gathering archaeological objects. This collection became publicly accessible in 1933 and was later expanded with art historical works.
The names of the two buildings reflect their former uses: one was home to a wealthy family, the other served as a stable. Visitors can see today how these medieval structures are arranged within the Old Town.
The two buildings have separate entrances and different collection focuses, so it is worth planning time for both. The interior courtyards offer rest areas and most rooms are easy to navigate.
The roof of the Casa de las Veletas is decorated with painted pottery and gargoyles, a rare feature that many visitors overlook. These craft details are best observed from the interior courtyard, where the contrast between medieval architecture and modern restoration becomes clear.
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