A walk through the Salamanca’s history

Salamanca is one of the most attractive places in Spain because of its cultural value and its university atmosphere. this route will allow us to discover the most emblematic places of the capital and other important townships of the province, as Ledesma and Ciudad Rodrigo, where nature and history belong together.

Salamanca hides the most beautiful historical monuments of Spain

The city, named «the little Rome» for its heritage value, is the starting point of our journey through the province of Salamanca. The most important monuments are located in the historic center of town, we have a nice walk through Plaza Mayor, one of the great emblems of Salamanca for its beauty and harmony. In the main square we can try a typical hornazo. From there, we got to the Casa de las Conchas by the 300 shells which decorate the facade. Right in front of the palace we will find La Iglesia de la Clerecía. From its towers are contemplated superb views of the whole city.

Looking for the Frog and the Astronaut

The next stop is the Salamanca’s University where was guiding the writer Miguel de Unamuno. In the building’s facade is hidden a frog who, according to tradition, who get’s lucky find her. Nearby, is La Casa Lis y the Art Nouveau Museum, known for its colorful stained glass. On the way to La Antigua Catedral we can relax in one of the most romantic hideaways: El Jardín de Calisto y Melibea, a garden located on the slopes of an old wall. Beside La Antigua Catedral, famous for its front door, stands La Nueva Catedral de La Virgen de la Asunción, whose northern facade is hidden a modern astronaut who was sculpted in 1993, when part of the church was restored.

Al-Bereka Bungalows offers visitors the best facilities for an unforgettable experience

Natural Landscapes in Las Arrives del Duero

The following stop on the route will be Aldeadávila de la Ribera, located in the Natural Park of Las Arrives del Duero. In addition to knowing some monuments like  El Cristo del Humilladero hermitage, or the neoclassical palace D. Jerónimo Manuel Caballero. The main attractions of this town are its lookout points. On a flat stone stands the lookout, offering spectacular views of El Cañón del Duero  and the picturesque village bruco Portuguese.

To continue to discover the charm of Salamanca, we recommend arriving at Ciudad Rodrigo, just 25 km from the border with Portugal. Declared a Historic-Artistic, this town is famous for the big medieval wall surrounding it and  the Enrique II’s castle, built by order of the king in 1372.

In the city center you can visit some famous buildings, including the Town Hall, the First Marquis of Cerralbo’s house, the Castro’s palace and Vázquez’s house.

Before starting back to the capital, we can visit Sierra de Francia, a perfect place to enjoy outdoor walks and picturesque villages such as La Alberca, declared a National Historical Monument, and Miranda del Castañar, a Historic-Artistic.

To make a perfect getaway and meet Salamanca, it’s best to organize a stay in a complex of cottages and bungalows. From BungalowsClub recommend spending the night in Bungalows Al-Bereka, a place located in the countryside, in the Natural Park of Batuecas-Sierra de Francia. Bungalows fully equipped to go with family or friends!