Segovia is known for its well-preserved Roman aqueduct, medieval architecture, and fairy-tale castle. Located in Castile and León, Segovia offers history and culture. Its famous aqueduct has over 160 arches and is one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in the Iberian Peninsula. With its cobblestone streets and stunning views, Segovia will captivate you. If you’re looking for the best areas ...
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 ...
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. ...