Understanding a Style: The Origins
How did Mudéjar art emerge? Why did it become one of the most distinctive styles in Aragon?
These itineraries explain why the style was so highly valued in medieval times and how it has been preserved to the present day.
DATE OF VISIT: 26 September 2026
10.00 a.m. Zuera. The route begins at the Arco de la Mora, a remarkable example of an Islamic-inspired hydraulic structure. The visit continues to the Church of San Pedro, a transitional building between Romanesque and Mudéjar architecture.
12.30 p.m. Castejón de Valdejasa. The parish church illustrates the transformation of a Mudéjar building over time. A walk through the village reveals wine cellars, historic houses and corners that preserve the memory of the past.
4.30 p.m. Tauste. The route concludes at the Church of Santa María de Tauste, whose Mudéjar tower dominates the town skyline. Climbing the tower offers privileged views and highlights the visual and symbolic importance of these structures.
Special stop:
Local bakery in Zuera and Tauste
Butcher’s shop in Castejón de Valdejasa
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