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World Heritage Cities in Spain is the perfect vacation
destination for the culturally inclined. Avila, Caceres,
Cordoba, Cuenca, Salamanca, Santiago de Compostela,
Segovia and Toledo have been adjudged to e placed among
the league of cities that are considered to possess
historical and cultural importance and does not belong
to one single nation, but should be open to entire humanity.
Avila is one of the major World Heritage Cities in
Spain. Avila is a melting pot of contrasts that accentuate
its appeal as a world heritage city. The flurry of activity
of the “Mercado”, the market contrasts the tranquility
prevalent in the temples and the religious residences.
Avila is characterized by its churches, convents, splendid
palaces and cathedrals.
Caceres is the city that is still strongly attached
to its roots and has been able to preserve possibly
the best extant examples of the medieval and renaissance
period. The palaces and quaint houses which were mostly
inhabited by the lords and their families along with
the coat of arms and other public institutions project
the defensive character of the city.
Cordoba that also features among the World Heritage
cities in Spain is the perfect example of the way the
reigning culture leaves an imprint on a place and helps
in enriching its cultural history. It is replete with
a number of fascinating monuments belonging to varying
cultures.
Santiago is a hospitable city that is ever ready to
reveal its history, legend and beauty to the visitors.
It is home to the university that is five centuries
old and is also the center of myriad cultural activities.
Segovia is characterized as the confluence of the Roman,
Arabic, Jewish and Christian cultures. Its majestic
mansions and fortresses bears ample testimony to its
penchant for art.
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