Location: Province of Segovia
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Segovia (Spanish pronunciation: [seˈɣoβja]) is a province of central/northern Spain, in the southern part of the autonomous community of Castile and León. It is bordered by the province of Burgos in the north, Soria in the northeast, Guadalajara in the east, Madrid in the south, Ávila in the west and southwest, and Valladolid in the northwest. The average temperature ranges from 10 °C to 20 °C.
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1. Acueduct of Segovia
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5.0 based on 9,595 reviews
Reviewed By Sandbridgetraveler
We did a day trip with a private guide to Segovia to see the aqueduct which is one of the most well preserved elevated Roman aqueducts in the world. It is an engineering marvel built out of interlocking stones with no mortar. Built it in the 15th century it is difficult to imagine that it is still standing and as well preserved as it is today.
2. Cathedral of Segovia
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4.5 based on 3,386 reviews
The Holy Cathedral of Segovia is a Catholic temple devoted to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and San Frutos. During the Communions War (1520 – 1522) the Cathedral was destroyed, it was located in front of the Fortress. They decided to build a new one. The first stone of the new Cathedral was used the 8th of June 1525 in its current location and its design relies on the architect D. Juan Gil de Hontañón. A Late Gothic style can particularly be seen on the Cathedral’s tower, the highest one during the XVII century. In 1614, a fire caused the destruction of its wooden spire. Hence, a stone spire designed by Pedro de Brizuela was used as a substitute. It was consecrated the 16th of July 1768 by Bishop D. José Martínez Escalzo. Currently, it is known by many as “The Lady of Cathedrals”, due to its size and slenderness.
Reviewed By JElliot32 - New South Wales, Australia
Segovia's Cathedral is said to be the last of Spain's Gothic cathedrals, started in 1525 after the previous cathedral was destroyed, but then not finished until 250 years later. Its interior is beautiful, typically sumptuous in the Spanish way and at times over-the-top. We also thought the building a more manageable size to explore than some of Spain's grandest cathedrals like Burgos or Toledo. Even so, it still took us nearly an hour to see it all, including the cloisters the chapterhouse and the treasures on display on the lower levels, and without doing the tower tour, which was only available in Spanish.
3. Alcazar of Segovia
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4.5 based on 6,016 reviews
Fortress of the Kings of Castile and Royal School of Artillery Its picture has been around the world: a unique fairy tale-like palace that brings together architectural tastes of different monarchs. It tells -to all those who come to know it- ancient palatial stories. Austere, as they were the Castilian kings, raised on the rock at the confluence of the valleys of the rivers Eresma and Clamores, the Alcazar seems to watch over the city. Its beautiful Tower keep, often compared to the bow of a boat sailing between the two rivers, is of a stunning beauty. Tourists are amazed to realize that the fortress is a living part of this Castilian city, chosen as a place of residence for many of the monarchs of the Trastamara dynasty.
Reviewed By LaurieB980 - Portland, United States
Our tour guide took us here to this city, a UNESCO site, for a tour which included this beautiful castle in Segovia. It is said that Walt Disney used this castle as well as the Neuschwanstein castle in Germany as his inspiration for the castle at Disneyland, and we could see why! It is built high on what seems like a huge rocky formation with sheer dropoffs on many of the castle sides. The day we were there and outside looking over the edge, a sharp wind came up along with rain, and we had to be careful not to get blown away! We heard that they often have to close the terrace due to the high wind possibly blowing people over the edge down many feet below!! It is a great place to visit, and well worth the hour or so drive from Madrid.
4. Iglesia de la Vera Cruz
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4.5 based on 407 reviews
Reviewed By WorldTravelerCO - Thornton, United States
This is a beautiful old church full of history! If you are at all in to the history of Malta, this church becomes even more appealing and interesting!
5. Palacio Real de la Granja
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4.5 based on 1,125 reviews
Reviewed By NormanMorrison
Its like a miniature Versailles (palace) because the gardens are immense. It was a hunting lodge for the king.
6. Monasterio Sta. Maria del Parral
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4.5 based on 122 reviews
7. Palacio Real de La Granja de San Ildefonso
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4.5 based on 953 reviews
Reviewed By GKD60 - Sydney, Australia
We arrived early and walked the grounds for a few hours. We then paid to visit and do an audio tour of the palace. We did not know that the audio tour included the palace, gardens and chapel. We would recommend purchasing the palace and audio tour at the start . The palace and gardens are stunning as many others have reviewed. Allow at least 3-4 hours.
8. Castillo de Coca
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4.5 based on 501 reviews
9. Monasterio de San Antonio El Real
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4.5 based on 239 reviews
10. Hoces del Rio Duraton Natural Park
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4.5 based on 851 reviews
Reviewed By carmelohuetoperez - Madrid, Spain
A beautiful place where nature over thousands of years has sculpted the layout of the river between steep walls. Where you can enjoy wildlife in the wild. The whole tour, whether walking or by boat, is a delight for the senses.
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