Valladolid is a city in Spain’s Castile and León region. It’s known for its cultural scene, historical buildings, and famous Easter week celebrations. The city sits in the northwest part of the vast Meseta Central plateau, where it has stood for centuries as a witness to Spain’s historical events. If you’re looking for the best areas to stay in Valladolid ...
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 ...
During the height of the Roman Empire, the Iberian Peninsula played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of Rome’s influence. Iberia granted Rome access to trade routes and, even more importantly, valuable mineral resources. As a result, several important towns were founded or significantly flourished in present-day Spain and Portugal during Roman rule. This article discusses the best ...
I recently visited Medinaceli, a small Spanish town in the Soria Province, and it was an experience filled with quiet moments and simple surprises. Walking through the small streets, I could sense the peaceful rhythm of a town that lives at its own pace. Since I live in Madrid, getting to Medinaceli was a breeze. I hopped on a train ...
Spain is a European country known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse history, and many museums. The country has produced some of the most prominent artists in history, including painters such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Diego Velázquez, and Francisco Goya. As a result, it is no surprise that art enthusiasts from around the world flock to Spain to experience ...
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, ...
For some reason, out of all the cool places I was going to visit during my trip to Castilla y León in central Spain, Segovia was one of the places I was excited about the most. You could say that Segovia has three must-see monuments; the Roman Aqueduct, the Cathedral and its famous castle, known as el Alcázar de Segovia. ...