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Zamora by Steve Greenwood
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Castilla & Leon is the
largest region in Spain located between the north of Madrid, Portugal,
Aragon and the Costa Verde. Many visitors approach this region from Madrid
and its International Airport as many of the major cities in the region
can be reached from motorways leaving the capital of Spain. However, good
road access can also be found from the North coast via roads to Burgos
and Leon. In total, Castilla Leon has nine provinces that are Avila, Burgos,
Leon, Palencia, Salamanca, Segovia, Soria, Valladolid and Zamora.
Castilla Leon Holiday
Attractions
The main attraction for visitors
to the region of Castilla Leon is the high number of historical buildings,
many in near perfect condition, that have been left as a result of the
many conquests by the Romans, Celts and the Moors. Many of the major cities
boast some of the best cathedrals, churches and castles found not only
in Spain but also in Europe for architectural design. Castilla is the land
of castles and they can be found in virtually every corner of the region.
 Avila
Avila is Spain's highest
provincial capital and it is also entirely enclosed by the most complete
set of medieval walls in Europe. With a total of 88 towers and 9 gateways,
the walls stretch for a total of 2km in length. In Spanish, the walls are
called Las Murallas and were originally built by the Christian Knights
after the re-conquest of the city from the Moorish settlers.
Burgos
The Gothic Cathedral in Burgos
is the city's most splendid sight and is the third largest in Spain behind
those in Seville and Toledo. Founded in 1221, the cathedral's construction
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As well as being a fantastic
example of gothic architecture, it is also one of the main stopovers for
Pilgrims on the road to Santiago de Compostela where according to legend,
the body of Saint James; one of Christ's apostles was discovered in the
year of 813.
Leon
Leon is a cosmopolitan city
with a relaxing ambiance that makes it ideal for visitors to Spain who
wish to see a wonderful mix of the historic and modern. The Gothic Cathedral
in the centre of the city began construction in the 13th century and is
one of the finest in Europe. Some of its outstanding features include 700
panes of stained glass used in its construction, and an unusual design
of mismatched towers.
Salamanca
The city of Salamanca is
probably best known for its University, which was founded in the 13th century
and is the oldest in Spain. At any time of day you can see hundreds of
students wandering around this wonderful ancient city and enjoying the
many bars and restaurants well into the early hours. The best way to see
Salamanca is on foot and the best place to start is the Plaza Mayor, which
is one of the largest and best in Spain. The plaza is an 18th century baroque
square, whose street level arcades, cafes and bars support 3 more storeys
with the Town Hall (Ayuntamiento) and Royal Pavilion at opposite ends to
each other.
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Segovia
There are two main features
in Segovia that cannot be ignored as you enter the city. One is the two-tiered
Roman Aqueduct that can be seen all across the city suburbs and is considered
to be one of the finest in Europe.
The other is the Alcazar,
Segovia's fairytale royal castle, which stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking
the city. It has everything a castle should have including spires, battlements
and exquisite chambers. It is well worth climbing the 152 steps to the
top of the castle for some excellent views over the whole city. |
Valladolid
Valladolid is the capital
of Castilla & Leon, and a city full of historic and cultural attractions
including a cathedral, churches, sculptures and museums. There is plenty
to see in Valladolid and also many castles to be found in the surrounding
area.
Zamora
The great Cathedral of Zamora
was built in the 12th Century and includes certain Gothic additions that
were added at a later date. The roof of the cathedral is layered with curved
stone tiles and modelled on the Haghia Sophia in Istanbul. Around the cathedral
in the streets of Zamora are plenty of Romanesque churches to visit at
leisure with many bars and restaurants nearby to admire their facades.
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Canary Islands Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and La Palma. |
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Avila,
Spain by Rick Chapo
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Madrid is a city almost without
equal in Europe. If you need a break from it, you can take a day trip to
Avila to catch a bit of fresh air and see some amazing sites.
| Avila,
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Madrid has so much going
on it is often hard to drag yourself away from. You will, however, eventually
need a break. A day trip to Avila, a town near Madrid, is definitely worth
a trip. In fact, a visit to Avila is a must if you visit Spain. The town
is so popular, there are over 20 trains a day from Madrid.
Avila is in the south of
Old Castile, part of the Castile and Leon autonomous district. The city
was originally known for Teresa of Avila, a Roman Catholic mystic. The
cathedral in the city is also considered a masterpiece. While this is no
doubt fascinating to you, the real attraction of Avilla is the defensive
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Were you addicted to the
Lord of the Rings movies? Enjoy reading about Camelot? Have a thing for
castles? You are going to love Avila. The town is home to the second largest
defensive walls in the world. Known as Las Murallas, the walls were built
in the eleventh century. They are a couple miles long and average 40 feet
in height. The walls are partitioned by over 80 towers that reach as high
as 65 feet, the equivalent of a six-story building. There are nine gates
allowing you to enter and exit the town. All and all, the Avila Walls are
a site to be seen.
The amazing thing about the
walls is their condition. They are in a near perfect state. If you did
not know better, you would swear they were built last week. Happily, you
can tromp up and down the towers and walk across the top of the walls.
Looking out over the area surrounding Avila, you get a definite feel for
what it must have been like for a soldier to defend the city.
Keep in mind Avila is at
a high elevation. It can be cold in the winter and blazing hot in the summer.
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Palacio de los Velada, Ávila
The
Palacio de los Velada Hotel is situated in Ávila city and neighbouring
cities like Madrid, Valladolid, Salamonca and Segovia are located within
one hours drive from the hotel. Whether one is in search of culture, nature
or looking for a noble setting in culinary art, then Palacio de los Velada
is the ideal one. Its professional staff are helpful and assures for ones
successful meeting. An exquisite decoration, compatible with the
nobility or stones makes each one of 145 rooms of the hotel unique and
the facilities make ones stay more pleasurable and memorable. At the restaurant
one will get the taste of the authentic regional gastronomy, its excellent
meat and wide variety of specialities. |
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Palacio Valderrabanos, Ávila
This
hotel is located just outside this lovely walled city. From this property,
the clients can admire the walls when lit at night. The location is just
five minutes drive from the centre of Ávila. The bedrooms
are large and well decorated with good modern functional furnishings and
soft colour schemes in matching fabrics and wall colours. Bathrooms are
medium in size and complete. The restaurant is traditional in style
and decoration with fine and carved wooden chairs with robust wooden tables.
The menu is traditionally castillian with a fine selection of international
cuisine. The hotel also has cafeteria open during the day offering light
meals in a less formal setting. This hotel offers excellent accommodation
and its views of the city are unique. |
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Cuatro Postes, Ávila
The
Hotel Cuatro Postes is located in Avila, Spain, next to the Cuatro Postes
monument, and one kilometre from the town's historic centre. It is one
kilometre from Avila train station. This impressive stone-built hotel
is situated next to the old city walls with views over the city. The Hotel
Cuatro Postes Muralles restaurant opens onto a terrace and serves Spanish
dishes. Drinks are served in the bar, which also has a television.
Business facilities include a business centre and conference rooms.
Avila's high walls are an invaluable testimony to fortifications in the
Middle Ages. The best place to view them is by the hotel, but to get a
real feel for them, take the sentry path along the top. |
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Parador
de Ávila, Ávila
In the historic quarter
of the sizeable town of Ávila, this Parador is installed within
the former "Piedras Albas" Palace, backing onto the impressive city walls.
In keeping with its surroundings, the hotel's interior has a warm and intimate
feel creating a very refreshing atmosphere, enriching your time spent there.
Its beautiful decorative features include granite and adobe floors, bright
colours and spacious rooms, some with four poster beds. These features
all combine to create a light feel to the rooms. The Parador also
features a garden containing archaeological remains, a magnificent glass-roofed
courtyard, partitionable function rooms and a cafeteria. The hotel's restaurant
provides a beautiful view over the gardens and the city walls. |
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Burgos Hotel
The AC Burgos is a modern
hotel, with large windows and an imposing façade built in keeping
with the surrounding historic architecture. The hotel is located in the
centre of the town just 50 metres from the gothic cathedral. The
AC Burgos Restaurant offers a modern fusion of nouvelle cuisine and traditional
ingredients served for breakfast and dinner daily and lunch Monday to Friday.
After a day's business or sightseeing guest can relax with a drink in the
bar, or unwind in the sauna. Multilingual staff on the 24-hour front
desk can help with advice on the hotel and the surrounding area. There
is wireless Internet access in all public areas and garage parking for
those travelling by car. Snacks can be ordered from 24-hour room service.
The 70 guestrooms have light, modern décor with contemporary furniture. |
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Corona de Castilla, Burgos
The Hotel Corona de Castilla
is located in Burgos, Spain, within 500 metres of the city's historic centre
and Burgos Museum, containing ancient relics as well as a fine arts wing.
The Atapuerca Caves are 12 kilometres away, and Burgos train station is
500 metres from the hotel. Hotel Corona de Castilla's cornflower blue and
chestnut-toned onsite restaurant serves international dishes for both lunch
and dinner. A buffet breakfast is available (surcharge), and there is a
cafe with lilac armchairs and wooden-panelled walls, which offers hot and
cold drinks. The 83 guestrooms are decorated in light colours with
patterned fabrics and wood furnishings. |
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Velada Burgos
Hotel Velada Burgos is located
in the historic centre of Burgos, Spain, 100 metres from Castilfale Palace
and 200 metres from Plaza Mayor. Burgos Museum is 800 metres away. This
hotel is housed in an 18th-century building. Hotel Velada Burgos
offers a complimentary breakfast each morning. There is a lounge bar and
traditional dishes are offered in the restaurant. Conference rooms with
audio-visual equipment are available and there is complimentary wireless
Internet access throughout the hotel. The 64 guestrooms all have
air conditioning and amenities include complimentary wireless Internet
access, satellite television, minibars, safes, and hair dryers. |
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Arlanzon, Burgos
The Hotel Arlanzon is a
centrally located modern property, set behind the San Agustin Monastery,
800 metres from the cathedral and Gothic quarter. The hotel is well placed
to explore the area; the city centre and Las Huelgas Monastery are 800
metres away, and Cañon del Rio Lobos Nature Reserve is at a 40 kilometre
distance. The hotel offers complimentary wireless Internet access throughout,
complimentary newspapers are available in the hotel lobby, and there is
a TV room. The hotel also houses its own bar and coffee shop, and those
arriving by car will find garage parking available. The 83 guestrooms are
decorated in light colours with patterned fabrics and wood furnishings. |
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Meliá
Fernán González Boutique Hotel, Burgos
The Meliá Fernán
González Boutique Hotel hotel is located in the heart of the historical
and monumental city centre of Burgos. 150 m from the Cathedral and just
5 minutes from Las Huelgas Monastery. The hotel has halls for meetings,
events and banquets, with a maximum capacity of up to 700 people. In our
restaurant, you will enjoy a kitchen that combines the Castilian tradition
with new and exciting dishes. The Hotel has been renewed in 2007. There
are 74 Rooms, 8 of which are junior suites. With a classic decoration,
creating unique surroundings and with a special enchantment. |
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NH
Palacio da la Merced, Burgos
The hotel is located in
the heart of the city, on the banks of the River Arlanzón, overlooking
the Cathedral, the Arco de Santa María and the Paseo del Espolón.
The NH Palacio de la Merced occupies a landmark building dating from the
sixteenth and seventeenth century, with a magnificent blazing gothic cloister
in the hotel's interior. The hotel, offering an excellent restaurant services,
enjoys a privileged location from where it is easy to take day trips to
the Las Huelgas Monastery, the Cartuja Miraflores, and the impressive excavations
in Atapuerca. Rincón de la Merced Restaurant - located in one of
the magnificent corners of the palace, it has become one of the most well-known
locales in the area. |
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Puerta de Burgos, Burgos
Hotel Puerta De Burgos is
a modern hotel situated within 1.5 kilometres of cosmopolitan Plaza Mayor,
the City Museum and Burgos Cathedral. The Atapuerca Archaeological site
is 11 kilometres from the hotel, or guests can venture further afield to
the medieval village of Covarrubias, 35 kilometres away. Guests can
sample a breakfast buffet and, afterwards, relax and browse complimentary
newspapers in the hotel lobby. The hotel's restaurant, El Porton
de Burgos, offers a varied a la carte menu, as well as a set menu with
18 courses to choose from. Dishes ranges from local delicacies to more
sophisticated Spanish cuisine. This 9-floor hotel features 115 air-conditioned
guestrooms, all of which include satellite televisions, direct-dial phones,
internet, minibars, and bathrooms with telephones and hair dryers. |
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Parador
de Lerma Burgos Province
At the highest point of
the town of Lerma is found the Ducal Palace. It was constructed on the
site of a 15th c. The castle was built as a place of lodging, rest and
general enjoyment for King Felipe III. The palace-castle was restored
and converted into a Parador with rooms that have a capacity of 133 persons.
Rooms are medium in size, comfortable and decorated accordingly with this
historical site. The Parador cuisine is centered on typical regional
products: sucking lamb, and quail. Other typical fare includes dishes such
the traditional cocido (stew) or Olla Podrida (stew medieval-style lentis).
The Parador is situated in the city of Lerma's Plaza Mayor. Lerma is 36
kms from Burgos, its main access road being the A-I motorway, and is 199
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