Ávila, Spain, is an impressive city known for its complete and well-preserved medieval walls. Sitting at an altitude of 1,130 meters (3700 ft) above sea level, it is the highest provincial capital in Spain. Ávila’s history goes back to pre-Roman times. It’s often called the “City of Saints and Stones” due to its many Romanesque and Gothic churches and the ...
Throughout history, city walls have played a significant role in the defense and development of urban areas across Europe. These imposing structures were meant to provide protection against external threats, aid in controlling the movement of people and goods, and eventually come to symbolize the might and prestige of the cities they encircled. In this blog post, we’ll talk about ...
When it comes to European destinations, few countries can match Spain’s varied historical and cultural offerings. This Southern European country is home to 15 UNESCO World Heritage Cities. To give you an idea, we’re not talking about Heritage Sites but whole towns. Each of these World Heritage Cities in Spain is special due to its historical past, monuments, ancient ruins, ...