The «Puerta de Palmas», formerly known as the “Puerta Nueva,” is one of the most iconic monuments in Badajoz, a city in Extremadura, Spain, and one of the most notable remnants of its history as a fortified city, which in past centuries relied on its walls for defense. Construction was completed in 1551, and it served as a monumental entrance to the wall surrounding the city, located in front of the «Puente (Bridge) de Palmas». Seguir leyendo «The «Puerta de Palmas» of Badajoz, Spain»