Baeza, Spain

Baeza is a town in the province of Jaén, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain. Covering 194.3 sq km (75 sq mi), it has a population of 16,000 people. Along with the town of Úbeda, it is recognized as a World Heritage Site since 2003, under the title "Renaissance Monumental Ensembles of Úbeda and Baeza."

Cathedral of Baeza, Spain
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The history of Baeza goes back to Roman times, when it was known as Beatia. It was during the Middle Ages that it became a bustling Moorish city, with its population peaking at 50,000 people. The city went into decline after the conquest of King Ferdinand III of Castile in 1227.

Baeza, along with nearby Úbeda, got a second lease on life in the 16th century, when it developed into a center for textile production. This generated prosperity that enabled it to build fine buildings in the Italian Renaissance style. They include churches, palaces and public squares which are admired today as part of the World Heritage Site.

Puerta de Jaén, Baeza, Spain
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Visiting Baeza

The nearest major city is Granada. From there, take the A-44 motorway heading north to Jaen, then continue on the A-316 highway heading east, then north, to reach Baeza.

Places of Interest in Baeza

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