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Osuna
is similar to Ecija in that it is
home to some fine mansions dating from the 16th to 18th centuries.
In earlier times, the town first came to prominence as the Roman
Urso and several bronze tablets from this period are on display
in Madrid's Archeological Museum.
To really appreciate the town, first visit the tourist office on
the central Plaza Mayor and pick up a guide detailing the town's
main monuments. These include the magnificent Palacio de Los Cepeda
(now the Palace of Justice) with its rows of Churrigueresque columns
and elegant patio and staircase. Just North of here is the Palacio
de Puente Hermosa which has fabulous twisted pillars encrusted with
grapes and vine leaves.
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| Historic quarter of Osuna
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North of here are the Iglesia de Santo Domingo and the Palacio del
Cabildo Colegial which bears a sculpted representation of Seville's
La Giralda.
Several of the town's most impressive buildings
can be found on the hilltop overlooking the town, including the
university which was founded in 1548 and the lavish 16th century
Colegiata which contains a wealth of fine art collected by the Duques
de Osuna. Opposite here is the Convento de la Encarnación
which is a museum of mainly religious art and artefacts and beautiful
old tiles.
Places to stay include the Hostal 5 Puertas, just north of Plaza
Mayor (95 481 12 43 and the Hostal Caballo Blanco (95 481 0184)
on Calle Granada. Restaurants can be found on and around the Plaza
Mayor, while the mudejar-style casino is a good place for a drink.
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