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Avila an exciting city in Spain

Avila is said to be located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula and is known as the highest provincial capital in Spain. La belle province is built atop a rocky hill, high, south of Castile-Leon. Famous as the seat of the Grand Inquisition, the birthplace of St Teresa and beautifully preserved medieval walls because of which the city was inscribed on the UNESCO list of World Heritage. For these reasons and other attractions make Avila a city exciting. The best part is the fact that Avila is not yet the city is overrun with tourists, so it is a wonderful place for a holiday.

Cathedral of Avila

Cathedral of Avila is considered the first Gothic cathedral that Spain had. This builds impressive is one of the best sides of Avila and studies suggest it was built around 1091 to the founding of the Church which was destroyed by Muslim invaders. This cathedral was used as a defensive structure with apse itself as one of the barricades in the city walls. Nevertheless, it has also been a place of worship. The design is quite similar to the French religious architecture in medieval times. The cathedral is closed during Holy Week, but otherwise it is open all year.

The city walls of Avila

The walls of the province was to be the most imposing and iconic historical documents of this city a. The medieval city walls were built during the 11th century by Alfonso VI after conquering the city in 1090 years. The walls are said to be about 2 miles long with a height of 45 feet. Approximately 100 rounds, three openings in nine doors are also built into the walls. These walls surround the old city of Avila and during the reign of the medieval kings, those walls used to be a demonstration of power. These walls are the most admired monuments of the bill of this province and therefore they are a great tourist attraction.

Real Monasterio de San Tomas


Founded in 1482 using funds provided by Isabella and Ferdinand, and Queen of Spain gains during this period, the Real Monasterio de San Tomas is a monastery. The monastery also served as the headquarters of Brother Tomas de Torquemada, who was not only the counselor to the King of Spain, but also the first Grand Inquisitor of Spain. The monastery is known to have appointed three cloisters Noviciado (novitiate) Silencio (Silence) and Reyes (Kings). The third monastery is currently housing the Museum of Oriental Art.

Spain World Heritage Sites

Spain is leading the world who receive thousands of visitors because of the beautiful natural and man-made sites available to it. It is the second largest country after visiting France, and has something for everyone. The country has been and still is the ideal holiday destination for hundreds of people who keep coming here with every chance they get. This is because you can not exhaust all he has to offer in one vacation.

Located in Southern Europe, it serves too many Europeans, especially due to weather friendly. The beauty of this country does not manifest itself only in shows and events that occur naturally, but also in architectural structures that are quite amazing. Artificial structures such as monuments and museums have an essential part of the country's history. Some of them are masterpieces of famous artists worldwide who were born here and those who spend some time here on their travels around the world.

Many of these stunning beauties were recognized by UNESCO World Heritage sites make, and attract a huge number of visitors. It is true that Spain has structural erections that can not be found anywhere else in the world. The sites are a combination of both natural and artificial distributed throughout the country. Some have been declared World Heritage Site as long ago as 1986, and others more recently, in 2003, such as the Renaissance Monumental Ensembles of Ubeda.

The most amazing thing about Spain is that the sights are not concentrated in one region, but they are spread almost equally throughout the country. Some people consider that Spain truly blessed and favored by nature because the landscapes and coastlines here to make a wonderful contrast. The country has a piece of everything that is pleasing to the human eye.

Some heritage sites include the Alhambra, Generalife and Albaicin in Granada, and the site of the Monastery of the Escorial in Madrid. Barcelona Parque Güell, Casa Mila and Guell Palaccio are also among the beautiful sites that can be found here. Toledo, historic Old City of Salamanca, and the National Park Garajonay are also included in the list is long.

The key here is that what Spain has to offer has won the recognition it deserves, and it is certainly a country to be considered by those who wish trotting world, nature and experience first hand. It is wrong to worry about where you need your holiday in Spain gives you the best that you can have. Take the opportunity to have an experience you'll remember the longest.