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Square · Cáceres, Extremadura
Plaza Mayor e Torre de Bujaco
Main square at the foot of the wall, with arcades, bars and the Arco de la Estrella, and the Torre de Bujaco, an Almohad 12th-century tower open to climb.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Plaza Mayor e Torre de Bujaco
The Plaza Mayor of Cáceres lies outside the wall, at the foot of the old town, and is the center of the city's social life. It's a large, sloping square, with arcades on one side housing bars, restaurants and the tourist office, and the wall on the other, with the towers and gates providing access to the Ciudad Monumental.
The Torre de Bujaco, about 25 meters high, is an Almohad 12th-century tower with a rectangular base, built of rammed earth and reinforced with stone. The name would come from the Almohad caliph Abu Yaqub, who took the city in 1173. Inside, a small display tells the city's history, and from the top you can see the square and the roofs of the old town. Beside it is the Ermita de la Paz, a small Baroque chapel set into the wall.
The Arco de la Estrella, built in the 18th century by Manuel de Lara Churriguera, is the main entrance to the old town: a wide, sloping arch designed so carriages could make the turn. At the top is the image of the Virgen de la Estrella.
The square is the place for festivals, concerts and the Holy Week processions.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
30 minutes to 1 hour, including the climb up the tower.
Best time
In the late afternoon and at night, when the square fills up and the wall is lit. The tower has limited opening hours; check times.
How to get there
It's in the center, about 3 km from the train station with city-bus service. On foot, it's the starting point for the old town.
Tip
Climb the Torre de Bujaco at the start of your visit to understand the layout of the old town. Dine at one of the square's tables, looking at the illuminated wall.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Plaza Mayor e Torre de Bujaco
Can you climb the Torre de Bujaco?
Yes. The tower has a small exhibition and access to the top, with views over the square. Check the opening hours.
Why is the Arco de la Estrella slanted?
It was built obliquely so carriages could make the turn when entering the old town.
Is the Plaza Mayor inside the wall?
No. It lies at the foot of the wall, at the entrance to the Ciudad Monumental.