THE CERRO SANTUARIO
The area of the Cerro Santuario area, the place where the Lady of Baza and the Torso of the Warrior of Baza appeared, must have been the necropolis of the Iberian settlement of Basti, one of the oldest in Spain.
The figure of the Lady of Baza is the main element of the CIYA (Interpretation Center of Archaeological Sites), a center for the dissemination, research and better understanding of the social, cultural, economic and religious processes of the Iberian culture from the origin of the settlement.
It is located in the vicinity of the archaeological sites of Basti, which can be visited and have interactive information elements.
Proof of the relevance that the city of Baza has always had is that it was almost named the eighth capital of the province.
Immerse yourself in the layers of time at Cerro Santuario, a place steeped in history and mystery. Here, in this corner of the earth, the enigmatic Lady of Baza was discovered, and every step you take on this sacred land is a journey through the centuries.
DAMA DE BAZA'S CHAMBER
The Lady of Baza was discovered in 1971 on the Cerro del Santuario de Baza during archaeological excavations directed by Francisco José Presedo Velo and Antonio Arribas Palau.
The tomb dates from the second half of the 4th century BC, belonging to the Iberian culture. Regarding the Figure of the Lady of Baza:
It is a life-size Iberian sculpture that represents a woman sitting on a kind of throne or ceremonial chair. The sculpture is carved from limestone and shows great artistic mastery. The Lady holds an object in her right hand and wears an elaborate outfit, with finely sculpted details.
The Lady of Baza was discovered in 1971 on the Cerro del Santuario de Baza during archaeological excavations directed by Francisco José Presedo Velo and Antonio Arribas Palau. The tomb dates from the second half of the 4th century BC, belonging to the Iberian culture. Regarding the Figure of the Lady of Baza:
Visit us
Welcome to CIYA Baza, where history comes to life in every corner. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Iberian culture and discover the secrets buried in time in our exciting interpretation center.
History
The history of Baza is intertwined with the mysteries of Iberian culture, and at CIYA, we unravel the enigmas that have endured throughout the centuries. From the first settlements to the flourishing of a society.
Elements
Step into the heart of history at CIYA Baza, where our Iberian relics tell the fascinating story of an enduring civilization. Every object you find in our galleries.
Visit us
Welcome to CIYA Baza, where history comes to life in every corner. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Iberian culture and discover the secrets buried in time in our exciting interpretation center.
History
The history of Baza is intertwined with the mysteries of Iberian culture, and at CIYA, we unravel the enigmas that have endured throughout the centuries. From the first settlements to the flourishing of a society.
Elements
Step into the heart of history at CIYA Baza, where our Iberian relics tell the fascinating story of an enduring civilization. Every object you find in our galleries.
VIRTUAL TOUR
Explore every corner of Cerro Santuario with our 360-degree panoramic view. From the top to the most hidden places, we invite you to immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of this archaeological site.
Increase the intensity of your experience by getting closer to the most intriguing finds. Zoom in to closely examine every relic, every engraving, and every corner that Cerro Santuario has to offer.
