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Private tour in Salamanca Alexia C
History of Salamanca - University & Culture
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¡Hola! and welcome to Castilla y León! I am captivated by my town, Salamanca, and looking forward to making you fall in love with this magical town too! Castilla y León is one of the oldest regions in Spain. The region has 11 World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. It stands out for being one of the Spanish regions with the greatest cultural, heritage, ethnographic and natural wealth and where the first traces are found of the Spanish language. Let me show you its secrets! I am a very well-organized person, with a high-quality standard for my tours, and a great customized attention service. I do not offer just guided tours, but unique experiences. With my rich knowledge of history, art, fun facts, legends, literature… I can show you the town from different perspectives: Gastronomy, Architecture, Museums, Traditions, Crafts, University lifestyle, Culture, Photography, and History are some of the highlights of my tours. And with my expertise in Castilla y León, I will show you not only the famous spots but also local jewels off-the-beaten-track places. I have lived in several countries, such as Italy, France, Ireland, England… These experiences have allowed me to have a multicultural view. I have also worked as a Travel Director for different travel agencies and tour operators, national and international, especially from North America. Currently, I run my own business as a licensed Tour Guide, providing private tours in Salamanca and my region (Castilla y León). Focusing my attention on each person, I offer unique and specialized guided tours, trying to show you around as a friend who takes you for a walk in her favorite places. I can offer you customized tours upon request, which can be adapted to your special needs, or interests. I will always strive to make you feel at home and turn your visit into a memorable experience! - Official Tour Guide License - Master's degree in foreign languages. (English, French and Italian) For my tours, I have no restrictions.
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Discover the history of Salamanca, and the oldest University in Spain
Overview of your Salamanca tour
Salamanca hosts the oldest University in Spain, and it is full of art and history on every corner. That is why this city is called "The small Rome". Kings and queens, Miguel de Cervantes, Christopher Colombus, Hernán Cortés, Saint Teresa of Avila. . . are just some of the people who have studied or stayed in Salamanca. Walking on the streets of the city you can still see the same buildings they saw! On this tour you'll get to see and know more about the history of our University, but also about the main sights of Salamanca. You'll visit the main buildings of the University of Salamanca. Discover how were exams at university before, what happened to those who failed, and see the same room where they used to attend lessons. Marvel at a fresco from XV century representing the stars, and used to teach astrology, and see the oldest University library in Europe! Discover the magic of this medieval town, and let me make the best of your stay! I can customize this tour according to your requests
Your Salamanca tour itinerary
Meet up at the entrance of the Historical Building of the University, or at a location within the Salamanca old town. - Visit the inside of the Historical Building of the University - See the Minor Schools (XV century high School) - Visit the Sky of Salamanca (fresco from XV century) - Stop at the oldest college of the University - Walk to the two Cathedrals - See the Shell's Palace and Plaza Mayor - Visit the Fonseca College End the tour at the Fonseca College
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Salamanca, Castile and León, Spain
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