Najera Collection

Blanche of Navarre (1137-1156). Sepulcher of Queen Blanche d
Blanche of Navarre (1137-1156). Queen Consort, wife of Sancho III, king of Castile. Sepulcher of Queen Blanche depicting her death giving birth to her son, the future King Alfonso VIII of Castile

Blanche of Navarre (1137-1156). Death of the Queen giving bi
Blanche of Navarre (1137-1156). Queen Consort, wife of Sancho III, king of Castile. Death of the Queen giving birth to her son, the future King Alfonso VIII of Castile. Relief

Gothic art. Mausoleum of Diego Lopez de Haro and the coffin of his wife Toda Perez de Azagra. Fifteenth century. Church of Santa Mari?a La Real. Na?jera. La Rioja

Royal Pantheon of kings of Navarre and later Castile and Leon. Monastery of Santa Maria la Real. Najera. La Rioja. Spain

Spain. Royal Saint Marys Monastery. Najera
Spain. Najera. Royal Saint Marys Monastery. Royal Pantheon. 16th century. First, tomb of Blanche of Navarre

Sancho III of Castile (1134-1158) and his courtiers. Relief from the sepulcher of his wife, Blanche of Navarre. Romanesque. 12th century. Monastery of Santa Mari?a la Real. Najera. La Rioja. Spain

Monastery of Santa Mari?a La Real. Royal Pantheon. Tomb of K
Monastery of Santa Mari?a La Real. Royal Pantheon, built around 1556. Renaissance style. On burial urns, made of white stone

SPAIN: NOBLEWOMEN, c1900. The Infanta Isabel (aunt of King Alfonso XIII) and the Marquesa of Najera leaving a bullfight at Madrid, Spain. Oil on canvas, c1900, by J.M. Lopez Mezquita

Washington, DC Representatives of 26 United Nations at Flag day ceremonies in the White House to reaffirm their pact. Seated, left to right: Dr

Monastery Santa Maria la Real, Najera, Rioja, Castilla y Leon, Spain, Europe

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"Najera: A Rich Tapestry of History and Culture" Step into the enchanting town of Najera, where centuries-old secrets are waiting to be discovered. From the sepulcher of Queen Blanche of Navarre to the Gothic art adorning the mausoleum of Diego Lopez de Haro, every corner tells a story. In this royal pantheon, kings of Navarre and later Castile found their eternal rest. The grandeur and majesty that once filled these halls can still be felt today as you wander through the hallowed grounds. The Monastery of Santa Maria La Real stands as a testament to faith and devotion. It was here that Sancho III of Castile held court with his loyal subjects, leaving behind a remarkable relief for us to admire. Within its walls lies the tomb of King Garcia Sanchez III, a symbol of power and legacy. As you gaze upon it, you can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of awe at the history contained within these sacred walls. Nestled in Spain's picturesque La Rioja region, it offers breathtaking views that transport you back in time. Its charming streets invite exploration, each cobblestone holding whispers from generations past. Even in more recent times, it has played host to notable figures like Infanta Isabel - aunt to King Alfonso XIII - who graced its streets with her regal presence during c1900, and is no wonder that representatives from 26 United Nations countries gathered here in Washington DC under our flag's proud embrace; they recognized Najera's significance on a global scale. As we stand before the Monastery Santa Maria la Real today, let us honor those who came before us and celebrate this town's rich heritage. In Najera, history lives on through every stone and every tale told by its people – reminding us all that our past shapes our present and future alike.