Cultural
Salamanca has an array of priceless cultural treasures.
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Montemayor del Río Castle
Known as San Vicente Fortress, the origin of the castle dates back to the XIII century. However, the current site was finished two centuries later.
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Puente del Congosto Castle
There are few landscapes in Salamanca as breathtaking as the village of Puente Congosto with the uncontrollable river Tormes, the medieval bridge and the castle. In fact, the main function of the castle is defending the bridge, which is also the Cañada Real Soriana Occidental.
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Miranda del Castañar Castle
It was built in the XIVth and XVth centuries over another old fortress. In fact, according to some of the current remains, it is believed that this first building could house the legendary Order of the Templar Knights, for accommodation purposes.
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Monleón Castle
The amazing Tower keep stands out over the houses of the village. It is 37 meters high and is located in one of the ends of the village, being the beginning of the medieval wall.
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Alba de Tormes Castle
The magnificent Tower Keep, also called Armoury Tower, is an important part of the profile of Alba de Tormes. It is also the most remarkable element in the interesting route through the villa.