Castril Palace, Renaissance palace and archaeological museum in Sacromonte district, Granada, Spain.
The Castril Palace features Plateresque architectural elements with ornamental decorations along its facade, including a Gothic staircase and artesonado ceiling.
Built in 1539, the palace belonged to Hernando de Zafra, secretary to the Catholic Monarchs during the Reconquista period of Granada.
The Archaeological Museum inside displays 120 artifacts from the Granada province, spanning from the Paleolithic era through late-Moorish times.
Located at Carrera del Darro 41-43, the museum operates Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 to 21:00, with free entry for European Union citizens.
The museum houses the Orce tooth, recognized as the oldest human remains discovered in Europe, dating back 1.4 million years.
Location: Granada
Architectural style: Plateresque
Website: http://www.museosdeandalucia.es/culturaydeporte/museos/MAEGR
Website: http://museosdeandalucia.es/culturaydeporte/museos/MAEGR
GPS coordinates: 37.17895,-3.59148
Latest update: March 25, 2025 19:49
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