Castile Leon tourist information

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Areas of Castile Leon
Avila
Burgos
Leon
Palencia
Salamanca
Segovia
Soria
Valladolid
Zamora
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The largest of the seventeen regions of Spain, Castile Leon is mostly surrounded by mountains.

Tourists can take their fill of the exotic views of ancient Romanesque churches, castles, Gothic cathedrals, beautiful gardens, and such other sights.

You can even enjoy the beauty of an array of UNESCO World Heritage Sites encompassed in this region of Spain.

All the culinary delicacies of Castile Leon are served with a traditional flavour. you must try the roast suckling pig and lamb, which is a sought after dish in Castile Leon.

The winters are long and cold here, but the summers are short and hot. The mountainous terrain controls the weather patterns of the whole region.

 
Towns To Visit In Castile Leon
Almazán
Avila
Burgos
Coca
León
Palencia
Penafiel
Ponferrada
Salamanca
Valladolid
Zamora
 
Days Out in Castile Leon
>> Avila - one of the biggest tourist attractions, this medieval town is the birthplace of St. Teresa. The Basilica of Saint Vincent is also a must visit site.

>> Archaeological site at Atapuerta - near Burgos - visit this site to explore the 800,000-year-old remains of Europe's earliest inhabitants

>> Las Medulas at Leon - Located in the Bierzo (León) region at some 20 km. from Ponferrada, this is the site of the Roman Empire's biggest gold mines.
>> Segovia - the magnificent Roman aqueduct running through Segovia is one of the best preserved architectural wonders to be found in the entire region. This aqueduct has been constructed from 20,400 stones. The Moorish alcazar, a palace-cum-castle has influenced Disney cartoons and theme parks too.
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