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Avila and Segovia, Spain
These two towns in the region of Castilla y Leon are famous for their impressive historical constructions. The town of Avila is located on higher ground where the weather is cooler, and is famous for its fortifications. Founded in the 11th century, city protected itself with an impressive wall with 82 towers that continues to enclose the town. Avila continues to preserve its medieval look today and is well-known for its continued nearly-complete preservation, winning it an inscription in the UNESCO world heritage. Segovia, located in a relatively barren area, contains three UNESCO world heritage sites including the extraordinary two-tiered, cement-less Roman aqueduct built ca. 50 AD.


Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

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Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Cathedral tower

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Inscription on the exterior wall

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

Walls of Avila

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Acueducto

Acueducto

Acueducto

Acueducto

Acueducto

Acueducto

Una torre

Catedral

Catedral

Catedral

Catedral

Catedral

Iglesia de la Vera Cruz

Alcázar

Alcázar

Alcázar

Vista de la ciudad

Alcázar

Monasterio de El Parral

Torre de la iglesia de San Martin

Calle de Juan Bravo

Casa de los Picos
 


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