This is a spot in La Mancha whose name you will surely want to remember if you are planning a rural tourism vacation. Villanueva de los Infantes is located in Ciudad Real. The capital of Campo de Montiel is this town.
What can you expect to find at Villanueva de los Infantes? Every street in this town is steeped in history. Start your journey at the massive Plaza Mayor, which sits between the Town Hall and the church of San Andrés Apóstol and features a sculpture of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. The latter is said to be where Francisco de Quevedo's remains are stored.
The famous writer and poet spent his final years in a cell in the Dominican Convent in the same town, which can be visited. There are also other historic structures like the Casa de los Estudios and the Casa del Arco.
Inside buildings such as the Alhóndiga, with its magnificent courtyard, the 17th-century hospital of Santiago, which has medieval origins and the former Inquisition prison, can also be seen.
Is there anything interesting to see in the area? Multiple archaeological sites date back to various eras. For instance, the remains of the colonnaded building of Jamila, which was built in the Middle Ages, may be visited.
In the surrounding area, there are also several picturesque villages. You can finish your trip to Villanueva by going to nearby towns like Consuegra, Argamasilla de Alba, or Tomelloso.
If you want to be active during your visit, there are several marked hiking and cycling trails in the neighbourhood.
When it comes to finding a place to stay, the best option is to rent a typical apartment or country house and admire the architecture and lovely courtyards of La Mancha, where you can relax in the fresh air.
The delights of La Mancha gastronomy are unrivalled, and you will be able to sample some of them in this village. Savour delicacies like ratatouille, galianos, and migas among others! The 'ensalá' de limón, made with lemon juice and pulp, onion, oil, paprika, and apple or orange, is a Villanueva de los Infantes speciality.
In September, the village honours two patron saints: the Virgen de la Antigua, also known as Santa María de Jamila, is honored on the 8th, and Santo Tomás de Villanueva is honored on the 18th.
The delights of La Mancha gastronomy are unrivalled, and you will be able to sample some of them in this village. Savour delicacies like ratatouille, galianos, and migas among others! The 'ensalá' de limón, made with lemon juice and pulp, onion, oil, paprika, and apple or orange, is a Villanueva de los Infantes speciality.
In September, the village honours two patron saints: the Virgen de la Antigua, also known as Santa María de Jamila, is honored on the 8th, and Santo Tomás de Villanueva is honored on the 18th.
Villanueva de los Infantes, famous for being the tomb of Quevedo, is waiting for you to discover each and every charming corner on your rural tourism holiday.
