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After being a military trading
centre under the Roman Empire, Segovia lived its golden age during the
Middle Ages, when it became the place of residence of the court of the
Trastámaras and an important centre for cattlebreeding and textiles.
This period was responsible for the construction of a large number of Romanesque
buildings, a wealth of heritage that is still conserved today.
| Inside the city are important
medieval and Renaissance buildings, such as the Casa de los Picos, the
Corn Exchange or the Tower of los Lozoya.
 On
our way to the Plaza Mayor and the Cathedral, called "the grand lady of
cathedrals", don't miss the Medina del Campo square, the church of San
Martín, where Mozarab, Romanesque and Mudejar elements are spread
around the series of arches and capitals. The old Segovian Jewish quarter
must have been in an area near the city walls since the Convent of Corpus
Christi is built over a former synagogue. San Miguel, incidentally, was
the place chosen for the coronation of Isabel the Catholic Monarch as the
Queen of Castile.
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A short distance away from
the arcaded Plaza Mayor we find one of the last gothic buildings to be
constructed in Spain, the Cathedral. Started in the XVI century in flamboyant
Gothic, in its execution are some pieces of the old cathedral such as a
gothic Hispano Flemish cloister, the choirstalls and the main façade.
More recent additions are the San Frutos gate, the apse, the high reredos
(a work by Sabatini in the baroque style) and the Neoclassic retrochoir
by Ventura Rodríguez. In the side chapels we can observe sculptures
by Juan de Juni and Gregorio Hernández. These names belong to some
of the greatest craftsmen of the Spanish baroque and neoclassic periods.
The Cathedral Museum also offers us a large collection of religious art
from various periods of history.
The los Caballeros quarter
is also inside the city. Here you can find luxurious large houses and palaces
belonging to noble families such as the palaces of Floresta, Count Cheste
or Uceda-Peralta. Numerous Romanesque churches can be found in this quarter,
such as the church of San Juan de los Caballeros (which houses the Zuloaga
Museum), San Nicolás (now the Municipal Theatre Workshop) or San
Esteban, a XIII century building whose tower and atrium are one of the
jewels of late Spanish Romanesque. Among the beautiful displays of medieval
military architecture, such as the Hércules Tower and the Arias
Dávila Tower, is the church of la Trinidad, one of the best preserved
vestiges of Romanesque in the city.
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At one end of this walled
enclosure is the profile of the Alcazar fortress behind the Queen Victoria
Eugenia gardens (this is where the old cathedral was located). On the outside
is the impressive group formed by an 80 metre high tower with twelve more
smaller towers, and a moat for defence. Several courtyards, halls and rooms
can be visited, and you can even go up to the top of the crenellated tower
and admire the Segovian landscape.
Any point in the province
is a good place to try Segovian cusine. La Granja broad beans, Castilian
soup (made from garlic and bread) and roast lamb and suckling pig, are
added to calderetas (meat stews) and game dishes. Cantimpalo spicy sausage
is well known as is ponche Segovian (a typical cake). Designation of Origin
wines from the Ribera del Duero will accompany these delicious dishes.
The restaurant at the Parador
in Segovia offers us a wide menu from which we can try some of these dishes,
prepared in a wood oven. Its modern facilites offer us one of the best
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AC
Palacio de Santa Ana, Valladolid
The AC Palacio de Santa
Ana is a palatial 18th century monastery building set on the banks of the
River Pisuerga, only 500 metres from Cervantes' house. The hotel
has a lounge bar housed in the cloister, which boasts a large crystal-domed
roof. Next to the monastery cloisters, with river views from its garden,
the Los Jeronimos restaurant serves contemporary Castilian cuisine and
a range of fine Spanish wines. Guests can take a dip in the hotel's
indoor pool, enjoy a relaxing sauna or Turkish bath, and work out at the
modern fitness room. It has 102 air-conditioned guestrooms over three
floors, all decorated in light tones with minimalist-style furnishings
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Meliá
Recoletos Boutique Hotel, Valladolid
The new-built Meliá
Recoletos Boutique Hotel is situated in one of the most emblematic manor
houses of the "Recoletos-Row", located in the historical city center of
Valladolid - the heart of Castilla León, cradle of Kings and famous
Spanish writers. The hotel offers an extensive breakfast buffet, a la carte
Restaurant La Miranda de Recoletos, serving Mediterranean specialities
and a fine wine list, covered patio/terrace of 700 m², multipurpose,
just ideal for sitting outside until late and having a drink, bar inglés
La Fontana. 76 Double rooms and 4 Junior Suites - including 15 charming
loft rooms on the top floor, completely soundproofed and featuring a classical,
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Novotel
Valladolid, Valladolid
The Novotel Valladolid is
located in Valladolid, Spain, 50 metres from the Science Museum and 1.5
kilometres from the town's central square, train station, and Plaza Mayor.
Situated in the business and commercial area of Valladolid, the Novotel
Valladolid is a five-storey property designed in a contemporary style.
The hotel overlooks an outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace, and offers
the use of a solarium during the summer months. The Claravia Restaurant
serves lunch and dinner in a contemporary, minimalist setting. Bar del
Autor serves drinks and snacks until 1 a.m. An onsite wine shop sells a
selection of Spanish wines. The Novotel Valladolid offers a colourful
games room for kids, complete with a slide, video games, and a play kitchen. |
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Silken
Juan de Austria, Valladolid
The Hotel Silken Juan de
Austria is a modern property with glass façade and panoramic lifts
with views over the surrounding area; it is located 800 metres from the
main square in the commercial and financial district of Valladolid. In
the Juan de Austria Restaurant Mediterranean specialities and wines are
served in a relaxed ambiance with warm colours and design furnishings.
The Cafeteria Juan de Austria Spanish offers tapas and aperitifs served
in an informal modern setting with a burgundy and gold decor. Air-conditioned
guestrooms feature a modern decor with warm tones and dark wood furnishings.
All 87 rooms have cable television, direct-dial phones, hair dryers and
minibars. |
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Vincci
Frontaura Hotel & Spa, Valladolid
The Vincci Frontaura Hotel
and Spa is located in Valladolid, Spain, 2.5 kilometres from the central
square and city centre and within three kilometres of numerous churches
and museums. The hotel is three kilometres from Valladolid bus station.
Housed in a contemporary building, the Vincci Frontaura has an air-conditioned
lobby and coffee shop. There are indoor and outdoor pools and a poolside
bar on site, along with spa services and a sauna. The 96 air-conditioned
guestrooms extend to balconies and include satellite television, safes
and minibars. The National Museum of Sculpture, three kilometres from the
hotel, is housed in the beautiful Saint Gregory College, built in the Isabelline
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Eurostars
Plaza Acueducto, Segovia
The Eurostars Plaza Acueducto
is a stylish, contemporary hotel occupying a classic honey-coloured Castilian
building in Segovia's old town, in front of the famed aqueduct and 500
metres from the historic Cathedral. The hotel is in an excellent position
to explore the surrounding area; the 15th-century Casa de los Picos, St
Martin's Square, St Lorenzo's Church, and the Cathedral can all be found
within 700 metres. Guests can relax in the stylish, modern ambience
of the air-conditioned public areas, enjoy a drink or snack from the café-bar,
use wireless Internet connections, and work out on the fitness equipment.
The 72 modern guestrooms, over four floors, feature neutral decor with
coloured fabrics in muted shades, parquet flooring and contemporary furnishings. |
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San Antonio El Real, Segovia
Hotel San Antonio El Real
is located in the historic Spanish city of Segovia, 500 metres from the
Roman Aqueduct and one kilometre from the Cathedral. This two-storey
hotel is housed in the cloisters of a former monastery from the 15th century.
The air-conditioned public areas have complimentary wireless Internet;
laptop and mobile phone rental is available. Cars can be parked securely
nearby complimentary and there are laundry facilities. Hotel San
Antonio El Real Cloister Restaurant serves Castilian specialities in a
historic setting. Guests wake up to a complimentary buffet breakfast each
morning. Guests enjoy complimentary use of the hotel fitness centre. |
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Hotel
Puerta de Segovia (2 kms from Segovia)
The Hotel Puerta de Segovia
is housed in a modern, four-storey building sited two kilometres from the
historic centre of Segovia. On sunny days, guests can enjoy a dip in the
outdoor pool. In the evenings, guest can enjoy a range of Mediterranean
and international dishes in the Puerto de Segovia Restaurant. Complimentary
newspapers are provided in the lobby and public Internet access is available
for a charge. Multilingual staff at the front desk can exchange currency
and store valuables in the safe-deposit box. Other practical amenities
include shoe-shine and dry-cleaning services and laundry facilities.
The 205 guestrooms have neutral decor and functional furnishings including
desks. |
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Parador
de Segovia, Segovia
Parador de Segovia Modern,
welcoming and surprising, this Parador rises up in one of the most monumental
cities of Spain, declared a World Heritage Site. From it can be seen the
best panoramic view of Segovia. It is moreover an ideal setting to approach
the numerous natural spaces of the province. The bedrooms of the
Parador are spacious and comfortable, and enjoy splendid views of the city,
as does the dining room and the outdoor swimming pool. The very spacious
lobby displays modern paintings and design elements, in clear contrast
to the simple, circular lines which frame the heated swimming pool. The
splendid conference centre stands out, with several living rooms and congress
rooms, and the dining room, an extensive display of regional products:
'judiones de La Granja' (beans), Castilian soup and roast lamb or suckling
pig in a wood-fired oven. |
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Sercotel
Infanta Isabel, Segovia
The Sercotel Infanta Isabel
is located in Segovia, Spain, within 50 metres of the 16th-century cathedral
and San Miguel church. The hotel lies five kilometres from Guiomar train
station where the high-speed Madrid-Segovia line passes. Overlooking
the town square, this 19th-century building, spread over five storeys,
opens to plush interiors with gilt-framed mirrors and floral sofas.
A spa tub can be found on the top floor and there is a lounge bar. Meeting
rooms can cater for up to 50 delegates theatre-style, or 65 people for
a banquet or cocktail party. Parking is provided for a surcharge.
Restaurant Casares serves regional dishes and tapas in modern surroundings
with dark wood furnishings and parquet floors. |
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Parador
de Tordesillas Valladolid Province
This ancestral home rises
up in the historical Castilian town of Tordesillas, an important crossroads
since Roman times, in a place where the green and nature offer the guest
the best of the landscape. A beautiful pine grove, with a spacious, well
cared-for garden, surrounds the Parador offering the tranquillity, calm
and placidity of natural spaces. The Castilian style dominates in the external
lines and in the interior, where some of the rooms contain valuable antiques.
The tranquillity which reigns throughout the building and in its spectacular
blue swimming pool are an invitation to rest and to peaceful walks. Among
its culinary specialities can be highlighted grilled peppers and 'cecina
de vaca' (dried beef), 'gallo de corral turresilano' (free range cock),
'bacalao a la fonda' cod with crayfish and 'el manjar de la Vega' (fresh
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Zamora, Zamora
The AC Zamora is a stylish
hotel situated next to the university campus and new shopping complex and
two kilometres from the 11th century cathedral. At the end of the day,
guests can enjoy traditional fare in the restaurant, relax in the sauna,
with drinks in the bar or order a light meal from the 24-hour room service
menu. Those guests feeling energetic can take advantage of the fully-equipped
fitness centre. The front desk has a safe-deposit box for string valuables.
The hotel offers wireless internet access for guests wishing to surf the
web or catch up with emails. With stylish, contemporary decor and furnishings,
guestrooms include air conditioning, complimentary bottled water and toiletries,
satellite TV, desks, direct-dial phones, hair dryers and Internet connections. |
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Meliá
Horus Zamora Boutique Hotel, Zamora
The Melia Horus Zamora Boutique
Hotel is located in Zamora, Spain. The Easter Museum is 500 metres away,
the cathedral is one kilometre away, and the Natural Park Arribes del Duero
is at a 60 kilometre distance. Set in the city centre, the Melia Horus
Zamora Boutique Hotel occupies a traditional property featuring an ornate,
stucco-moulded facade lined with wrought iron. The hotel opens to
a lounge area decorated with rich fabrics and Art Deco-style furnishings
and houses a spa area with fitness room, sauna, and spa tub. The concierge
is on hand to offer sightseeing assistance, and further amenities include
garage parking, room service, and laundry facilities. The Melia Horus
Zamora Boutique Hotel houses the La Boveda restaurant housed in a rustic-style
cellar with arched exposed stone walls, and serving regional and international
dishes. |
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Parador
de Zamora, Zamora
This palace, built on the
site of a former Roman fortress in the middle of the 15th c., rises up
in the historical centre of the capital of the province of Zamora and offers
the traveller the opportunity to discover all the beauty of the natural,
monumental and artistic surroundings of the lands of Zamora. The medieval
aroma of the interior, which can be appreciated in armour, noble rugs and
attractive four poster beds, is combined with the Renaissance style of
its courtyard, glazed wooden gallery and coats of arms. It has a refreshing
swimming pool in the well looked-after garden outside. The restaurant menu
offers excellent dishes from traditional recipes such as 'bacalao a la
tranca' (cod), 'pulpo a la sanabresa' (octopus), 'presas de ternera' (stuffed
roast veal), and for dessert, 'rebojo zamorano' (sweet cakes) and 'natillas
almendradas' (almond custard). |
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Parador
de Benavente Zamora Province
The seat of parliament in
1202, this Renaissance style castle was built by order of Fernando II de
León and forms part of the former walled enclosure of the town.
Practically razed to the ground in 1808 during the Peninsular War, it conserves
the monumental Torre del Caracol, where there is a living room with an
admirable Mudejar coffered ceiling. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, the
interior contains classical decorative elements such as rugs, forged lamps,
coffered ceilings, wood and Castilian bricks. Its spectacular living rooms
are duly equipped to promote their functional value as spaces for social
gatherings. The dreamy bedrooms are comfortable, and the restaurant offers
the region's gastronomic array: 'arroz a la zamorana' (Zamora-style rice),
'dos y pingada' (fried dish) and the sweet 'rebojo zamorano'. |
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Parador
de Puebla de Sanabria - Zamora Province
The Parador is located in
a privileged place, just 12 km from the marvellous Sanabria lake, the largest
in Spain of glacial origin. In the middle of the region of Sanabria, on
the border with Portugal, the Parador is ideal for taking in great lovers
of travel and nature who approach this enclave to begin hikes and green
tourism routes, which please the eye and calm the spirit. With a meticulous
and welcoming decoration, the inner rooms offer the quality and warmth
necessary to enjoy a pleasant stay. The living room, with a pleasant chimney,
and some bedrooms have large windows allowing you to contemplate the much
treasured historical and monumental town of Puebla de Sanabria. The restaurant
features the exquisite products of Sanabria: 'habones' (large beans), trout
and blackberry tart. |
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