Although its apse is of a very pure Romanesque design, its façade lacks a little unity. However, because of the harmonious disposition of its bays and towers, as well as its beautiful golden colour, it fits very well into the square. Inside, note fou..

Devoted to the Altamira period, the highly informative museum shows visitors the way of life and art of Palaeolithic man, which is both interesting and attractive (audio-visual aids, animation, tables, etc.). A visit to the New Cave allows the public..

The prehistoric Altamira Caves are among the most famous in the world. Discovered in 1879, they are made up of various galleries with paintings and engravings on the walls that go back to the Solutrean age. The original caves can no longer be visited..

The Villa House is distinguished by its semi-circular balconies. The quarters of the coat of arms contain all the devices: the emblem of the Villas, which features an eagle with wings unfurled and pierced by an arrow, carries the following inscript..

This restored 16C convent of the Order of St. Clare houses the Diocesan Museum . Popular religious art.

Lining this triangular square are the Parador Gil Blas , the 14C Merino Tower , the battlements of which appear to be under the roof and the Borja-Barreda Tower and its elegant gateway with Gothic arch. The town hall occupies an 18C building.

Head alongside the collegiate church to admire the Romanesque apses and the Velarde Palace which has retained its Renaissance appearance following restoration.