Beautiful decorative elements, granite and abode floors, bright colours and spacious bedrooms, some with four-poster beds, make up a harmonious and bright whole. The garden also stands out, with archaeological remains, as does the magnificent glazed patio, the modular rooms and the cafeteria. In the dining room, which offers beautiful views of the garden and walls, it is possible to sample 'pucheretes teresianos' (vegetable and pork stew), roast suckling pig, veal steak, 'judias de El Barco' (beans) and the excellent 'yemas de la Santa' (a typical dessert made from egg-yolk). Nearby activities include horse riding and microlights. Typical Festivals are the summer festival (July) and the St.Teresa Festival in October 15. The Parador is located in the historical center of the city, opposite Plaza de Concepcion Arenal. It is reached by crossing the walls through the Puerta del Carmen. Avila is 71.4 miles away from Madrid. Visits in the area include the city of Avila (museums, Basilica of San Vicente, cathedral, monasteries, convents of St. Teresa and of St. Thomas, Cuatro Postes, city walls), Arevalo (31 miles), Gredos Mountain Range (49miles), Madrigal de las Altas Torres: (46 miles), Palace of Juan II (15th Century), Mudejar Churches and remains of ancient walls, Las Huelgas Monastery (Burgos), the Santa Clara Convent (Tordesillas), Riofrio and La Granja de San Idelfonso (Segovia)Palaces. This Parador rises up on the former 'Piedras Albas' palace in the historical centre of monumental Avila, backing onto the majestic city walls. In harmony with its surroundings, the interior conserves a warm, intimate air in a splendidly recovered atmosphere which enriches all the common rooms.