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BETWEEN THE SIL AND THE CABE GORGES
As it is situated in the heart of the Ribeira Sacra (the well known
monastery laden banks of the river Sil), one is not only privileged to be
able to enjoy the magnificent local wildlife of the Sil and Cabe Gorges
but also to discover the numerous monasteries and churches that make up
one of most important formations of its kind in western Europe. The region
is also one of the most historical wine producing areas in this part of
Spain.
THE RECTORY BUILT FAR AWAY FROM THE CHURCH
Rectoral de Anllo is a XVIII Century construction, which owing to its fine
features owes more to rural Italian Renaissance than the Galician
architecture of the period. It is situated quite a distance away from the
church and so this suggests that it wasn't constructed so much as a
rectory but as a donation by the nobles of the day. It has been
beautifully restored and at the moment contains paintings by Castinandi,
who was a Galician painter of the time.
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WHAT YOU CAN DO
Whoever stays in the rectory can start the day with a buffet breakfast
featuring a great variety of homemade cakes, tarts, cooked meats and
fruits from the orchard. A walk around the house allows the visitor to
appreciate Castinandi, one of the most well known Galician painters of the
XVIII C and to appreciate the small chapel which is a reminder of the
religious aspect of the house.
The visitor can also enjoy at less than 3 kms away from the house and a
joining the estate, a full sports complex, including swimming pool, tennis
courts, and football pitch. Its spectacular surroundings are a must for
the visitor who enjoys local folk culture and wildlife, very evident in
the cultivation of the nearby vineyards.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Nature routes
Romanesque routes
Visits to wine cellars and vineyards |