San Ildefonso o la Granja, sometimes called La Granja, and sometimes called San Ildefonso, is located in the Segovia province of Spain. Known as the “Versailles of Spain”, it is well known for the stupendous castle built here from 1721 to 1724. Known as La Granja, this royal palace and its accompanying gardens were designed and built using the real Versailles castle as a model. There are 26 fountains in these gardens, as well as a wide array of plants and flowers. Eighty percent of the palace grounds are in use for this magnificent garden.
Also on the same grounds as the castle is the La Granja Royal Glass Factory. Built in the 18th century, this structure houses exhibitions that tell of the fine art of glass making. Both crystal and ceramics are created here, and the exhibits feature some beautiful glass pieces. There is more sightseeing that visitors can enjoy in the town of La Granja. The castilian style houses as well as the old churches are well worth seeing. Dining in La Granja means Spanish wine and regional Spanish cuisine. Suckling pig seems to be a big favorite in all of Segovia. Hotels in La Granja are comfortable, cozy, and well appointed. It's easy to locate a budget hotel room by allowing EasyToBook.com to aid you in your search.