世界遺產 在西班牙 - UNESCO cities in Spain

Its World Heritage Cities / The Spanish World Heritage Cities group includes most of the cities that UNESCO has protected in Spain: Ávila , Cáceres , Córdoba , Cuenca , Salamanca , Santiago de Compostela , Segovia , Toledo , Alcalá de Henares , Ibiza and San Cristóbal de La Laguna . This is the largest group of World Heritage Cities in any single country in the world.

AVILA

Avila was granted World Heritage city title due to its plethora of Renaissance churches and palaces. The wall surrounding the historic quarter is the symbol of one of the best kept, medieval walled enclosures in Europe that has over 2500 crenellations, a hundred towers, six gates and three openings. Home to famous monuments such as Palace of Valderrabano, Mansion of Velada, Cathedral, City Hall and medieval corners such as plaza de los Davila, Avila provides a rich glimpse of its ancient heri

CORDOBA

The city of Cordoba was declared a World heritage Site due to its living legacy of the diverse cultures that settled in it throughout history. The fact that has been the capital of Hispania Ulterior under the Roman Empire, and the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate in ancient times is evident in the birth of people like Seneca, Averroes and Maimonides. The architectural splendor is evident in the Mosque-Cathedral, which marks the historic quarter of Cordoba till date. The legacy of Cordoba's heritage is evident in its present by the way of its Flamenco festivals, concerts, ballet and other activities that are complemented by a number of museums.

CÁCERES

The world Heritage City of Cáceres, is characterized by its ten towers, medieval, fortified homes and Renaissance palace. More than ten towers dominate the historic quarter of Caceres, delimited by Arab walls. Cobbled streets marked by medieval, fortified homes and Renaissance palaces make up the most beautiful sceneries in this city, which was declared World Heritage. To get into the historic quarter that is delimited by Arab walls, you have to pass through the Arco de la Estrella (Arch of the Star), a 18th century gate built by Manuel de Lara Churriguera. Inside the quarter, witness the spectacular beauty of Plaza de Santa María, the Palace of Carvajal, Palacio Episcopal, Palacio del Mayorcalgo and others.

CUENCA

The ruins of an Arab castle and the former fortress of Kunka are just some of the things why Cuenca is a world heritage city. A walk through the city would reveal architectural wonders such as Gothic Cathedral of Nuestra Senora, Parador de Turismo, hermitage of Nuestra Senora de las Angustias, among others. The rich culture of yesteryear is evident in the Religious Music Week, where music scholars, performers and enthusuaists come to chosen venues like the medieval Cuenca Auditoruim, Church of San Miguel and the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art to celebrate their musical heritage.

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

Having experienced centuries of scientific, artistic and literary interchange thanks to the large numbers of pilgrims arriving from all over Europe, it is no wonder that the Pilgrim's Road to Santiago, together with the city of Santiago of Compostela, has been declared a World Heritage Site. The historic centre of the city is home to classic ancient monuments such as the Cathedral that has a Baroque façade and Romansque doorway and the Obradorio along with medieval squares such as the Plaza Plaza Quintana, Plaza Azabachería and Plaza de Platerías. The Pilgrim's road to Santiago also has lots of churches, convents and monasteries, as well as aristocratic houses lining the way.

SALAMANCA

The city's youthful demeanor is belied by its monumental layout replete with churches, places and ancestral homes. Home to one of the oldest universities in the world, the Plaza Mayor is the city's crowning glory and one of the most important ones all over Spain. Other attractions include the City Hall, House of Shells, Cathedral and the University façade.

SEGOVIA

Located about 88 km northwest of Madrid, Segovia Spain was established during Iberian era. Overlooking the Río Eresma and Río Clamores, Segovia Spain has a colorful history and many historical wonders. It was ruled over by Romans, Moors and then Christians. This has influenced the art and architecture of the city. Segovia is quite popular among locals as a weekend spot.

TOLEDO

Known as the city of three cultures, Toledo is absolutely teeming with monuments of reflecting Christian, Arabic and Jewish architectural styles. The old quarter of La Mancha is a veritable open-air museum what with glorious monuments such as Catedral de Toledo, Alcazer de Toledo, Mequitza del Cristo de la Luz, Casa Museo de El Greco and whole lot of others vying with each other to grab the attention of the tourists.

World Heritage Sites in Spain

Alhambra, Generalife, and Albayzin, Granada

Mosque of Cordoba

Burgos Cathedral

Monastery and Site of the Escorial, Madrid

Works of Antoni Gaudi

Cathedral, the Alcazar and Archivo de Indias, Sevilla

The Palau de la Musica Catalana and the Hospital de Sant Pau, Barcelona

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