Salamanca Things to Do Tips by benidormone

The Roman bridge

This beautiful Roman bridge that crosses the river Tormes is still in use as a pedestrian bridge. You have a very nice view at the city when you stand on the bridge.

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Iglesia de San Marcos

This building has a round shape. It was built in 1178 next to the new defense wall of the city.

Address: Apostles Street, 1-5

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Torre del Clavero

This tower was built at the end of the 15th century and was a defense tower. It was part of the house of Francisco de Sotomayor. The Head Clavero of the Order of Alcántara, he was the one who carried the nails of Christ’s cross in processions.

Address: Consuelo Street, 32

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Convento de San Esteban

The construction of this building started in 1524 and was finished in 1610. The first architect was Juan de Avila, later followed by famous architects like Rodrigo Gil de Hontanon and Diego de Salcedo. The building is a good example of the Plateresque style.

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Palacio de Monterrey

This is a good example of an urban Renaissance palace. It was built in the 16th century. The architect was Rodrigo Gil de Hontanon. He was influenced by what he saw in Italy and redesigned it to a Spanish style.

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Convento de las Ursulas

This convent was built in the beginning of the XVI century. This Gothic building has undrgone some changes throughout the centuries it exists. In the 18th century the entrance doors were replaced by Baroque ones. The statue of the founder of the convent archbishop Alonso de Fonseca can be seen inside.

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Cathedral Nueva

Construction of this Gothic cathedral began in 1513 and was concluded in 1733. Its a Gothic building but Baroque, Plateresque and Neoclassical elements can be found.

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Catedral Vieja

Construction of the old cathedral began in 1140 and was finished in 1200. The most important architects were Juan Franco and Pierre d´Aix. Located under the Tower of the Bells is the chapel of Saint Martin. It was founded around 1262 by Bishop Pedro Pérez.

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Clerecia

This building is considered as one of the best examples of Spanish baroque. The towers of the façade and inside the cloister are the best baroque elements of this building. It was built between 1611 and 1755.

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Universidad de Salamanca

The University of Salamanca was founded by King Alfonse IX in 1218. In 1254 Pope Alexander IV made it an official university. The facade was built in the first half of the 16th century and is one of the most important Spanish Plateresque facades.

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