Casa Orduña Museum
If you want to learn about the history and culture of the Orduña family, who ruled the Guadalest valley for centuries, you cannot miss the Casa Orduña Museum. This museum is located in a historic 17th-century house, which was rebuilt after a major earthquake in 1644.
The Casa Orduña Museum presents over 500 exhibits, which show various aspects of the life and activities of the Orduña family, who came from the Basque Country and served as alcaldes and governors on behalf of the Marquises of Guadalest. Here you can see:
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- Furniture, paintings, sculptures, textiles, and other art objects that testify to the wealth and tastes of the Orduña family.
- Documents, maps, books, medals, and other historical objects that testify to the role and significance of the Orduña family in the history of the region.
- Armor, swords, pistols, muskets, and other military objects that testify to the service and courage of the Orduña family in defense of their lands.
- Tools, machines, vehicles, and other technical objects that testify to the progress and innovation of the Orduña family in agriculture, trade, and communication.
The Casa Orduña Museum is not only a display of the heritage and prestige of the Orduña family, but also an interesting and instructive lesson about history, society, and politics of the Guadalest valley. This is a place that allows you to better understand and appreciate the past and present of this region. The Casa Orduña Museum is a must-visit for anyone who wants to learn about the true history and culture of the Guadalest valley.
Practical information:
The price at the time of writing this guide is: 4 euros for adults and 3 euros for children
Opening hours: every day from 10:00 to 18:00, in July and August from 10:00 to 20:00
Address: Plaza de San Gregorio, s/n, 03517 El Castell de Guadalest, Alicante, Spain
