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Spain

Cuenca: track of the impregnable wall

A city of steep, narrow streets in which history is palpable to the rhythm of the feet. Cuenca is one of those Spanish villas step that is required. Its cathedral and the well known Hanging Houses have made this spot an icon that we all have in memory.

byJavier Brandoli

25 August, 2011

Spain

Uclés Monastery: the house of the Order of Santiago

When thinking of the Middle Ages come to mind always the same recurring topics: impregnable fortresses, bloody wars, religious orders ... Uclés Monastery has a lot of three things, so no need to say anything more to justify a visit to this impressive collection is a National Monument 1931. It was the home of the mighty Order of Santiago, sits on a hill and its sturdy walls seems to have stopped the story.

byContributors

10 March, 2011

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