Pastrana

With the first dukes, Pastrana reached its splendour not only politically, but also in terms of economy and urban planning. The village adapted itself to the new premises of the Renaissance while keeping a large part of its medieval layout and its rich artistic heritage of the Spanish Golden Age. On top of that, Pastrana experienced an economic, sociocultural and religious development; its parish church was conferred the title of collegiate church in 1569 and two Carmelite convents were founded by Saint Teresa of Jesus.