An Incursion Into The Beautiful Salmanca
A wonderful experience
Salamanca is one of the most beautiful towns in Spain. There is a special spirit about Salamanca that attracts tourists, and the atmosphere seems to be loaded with history, but at the same time it is a very relaxing experience.
The notable feature of the city is the Villamayor stone, which is the main material from which Salamanca’s buildings are constructed. Villamayor stone has been material most used in Salamanca buildings, old or new, because it permits architects to create filigree work, due to its high concentrates of iron.
Sightseeing in Salamanca
The architectural, cultural and artistic heritage of the city is a very rich one and it will impress you right from the moment when you take your first steps into the streets of Salamanca. The Cathedral is one of the monuments that no tourist should miss, being one of the most exquisite examples of Plateresque architecture in Spain. Spaniards gave the Cathedral the name “La Nueva” because the old construction still exists in the interior of the new one.
The Salamanca University is another important monument on the sightseeing list. Imagine the fact that you are standing in the precincts of one of the oldest universities in the entire world. The great university library, which hosts no less than 160,000 volumes, is definitely the main attraction, but the old University Hospital is also a place that attracts the curiosity of tourists. Plaza Mayor is another place that tourists love visiting – this is the center of the city, the place where the biggest number of interesting monuments are found. Here in the heart of the city, lies the square where the wonderful Capuchins Church and the spectacular Purisima Church are located.
The lively streets are typical of the 18th century architecture, while the patios display splendid Renaissance elements. The monasteries are also worth your attention due to the fact that they are wonderful examples of different architectural styles. For instance, The San Esteban and Las Duenas Convents are fine examples of Plateresque architecture, while the Las Claras Monastery shows beautiful Renaissance elements. Salamanca is also renowned for its statues, which are found all over the city. The gardens especially are decorated with an amazing variety of statues. These iconic statues create the atmosphere that makes the city a unique holiday destination.
Visit the city and enjoy your holiday!