Zafra

Zafra grew into the centre of the lordship of Feria, its narrow streets and enclosed squares reflecting the influence of the Suárez de Figueroa family. A stone wall begun in 1426 surrounded the medieval town, while the fortified palace of its lords dominated the settlement. Lorenzo Suárez de Figueroa began the alcázar in 1437, completing it six years later as a noble residence as well as a stronghold. Its Gothic form was enriched with Mudéjar decoration. Around 1600 the dukes of Feria transformed the old building, adding a classical marble courtyard and new galleries opening onto a garden used for courtly entertainments.