| Page Views: 176 Last Visit to Alcalá de Henares: August, 2006 I Visit Here Frequently | The City of CERVANTES and world heritage site by pedmar - last update: Dec 15, 2008 |
Royal University of Alcala de Henares | Royal University of Alcala de Henares |
founded in 1499, by Cardenal Cisneros, the best conserved rennaissance building in all of Europe. A must see for any visitor. |
| Don Quijote and Sancho Panza alive and well |
|  | A city of Spanish heritage and culture read Don Quijote in any language , you will understand Spain. Don Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra wrote it and its a leyend. This is the central park where the statues of Don Quijote and Sancho Panza illuminates your mind. |
| side shot of the University of Alcala de Henares |
| | a side shot of the University a legacy to the people of Alcala de Henares , and a high learning experience since 1499. I come here just to see wheenver i can |
> Add to your Custom Travel Guide [What's This?]
| Pros: | "small historic quarter, high learning ,and Don Quijote" | | Cons: | "parking" | | In A Nutshell: | "It is Don Quijote and the education of the Spanish soul" |
pedmar's Alcalá de Henares Travel Tips
| Overview | Things to Do
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2 | | | | Restaurants | Hotels & Accommodations | | | | Nightlife | Off The Beaten Path
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1 | | | | Tourist Traps | Warnings Or Dangers | | | | Transportation | Local Customs | | | | Packing Lists | Shopping | | | | Sports Travel | General Tips |
 Comments for pedmar about Alcalá de Henares | | | | |
jumpingnorman Mon Feb 23, 2009 15:11 UTC
So this is where Saavedra came from! (studied) |
|
|
email me
add as friend
