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Casa de Cervantes

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Casa de Cervantes is the preserved 17th-century home where Miguel de Cervantes resided from 1603 to 1606 and where he likely wrote the first part of Don Quixote. Now a museum, it offers a glimpse into the author's daily life with period furniture, personal belongings, and manuscripts. Visitors can explore the study, kitchen, and courtyard, gaining insight into the environment that inspired one of literature's greatest works. The museum's intimate scale makes it a personal and evocative experience.

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  • See the study where Cervantes is believed to have written part of Don Quixote.
  • View period furniture and personal artifacts from the 17th century.
  • Explore the charming courtyard and garden typical of a Spanish home of the era.

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Ways to visit Casa de Cervantes

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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