Salamanca, The Golden City
Story: Salamanca, The Golden City
Episode: 3
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane
Air Date: 10th February 2024
Explore Spain's oldest college town, Salamanca, with its ancient university, mammoth cathedral, and golden sandstone structures, visiting landmarks like Plaza Mayor, the local market, Salamanca University, the House of Shells, and the New Cathedral.
- Welcome to Salamanca, known as "La Dorada" or "The Golden City" for the radiant glow of its sandstone structures.
- Explore the walled city, guarded by historic cathedrals, with a focus on its medieval wonders.
- Plaza Mayor, often called the "living room" of Salamanca, stands as one of Spain's largest public squares, surrounded by centuries-old baroque buildings.
- Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere, a historical hub that has welcomed Europe's finest scholars, authors, and artists since 1755.
- Visit local markets, brimming with fresh produce and flavours, providing a chance for interaction with sellers and a taste of the region's finest food including charcuterie boards.
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