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Places of interest in spain-Navarra and La RiojaBy Bartho Lomew at 2010-09-04 02:21:48
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Overview
Navarra and La Rioja are located in the North of Spain. This Spanish region has its own autonomy, so it takes care of its own social services and education. People in this region speak their own language - Basque, but the official language is Spanish. The capital city is Pamplona.
History
The first settlements in this region were built in the Paleolithic era by the ancient tribes. Later on, the Celtic tribes came and conquered the locals. When the Romans came, they faced the Read More..... |
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Places of interest in spain-BarcelonetaBy Bartho Lomew at 2010-09-04 02:19:40
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History
Barceloneta or 'little Barcelona' is a part of Barcelona. Centuries ago, fishermen settled in this area. It was a poor part of the city, with narrow streets and small houses. When the people rose against the King Felipe V, he decided to punish them. He ordered them to build a fortress on the place where their houses stood. People demolished their houses and built a fortress - a park today.
How to get there
It is easy to get to Barceloneta on foot. This area is about 15 minutes Read More..... |
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Monuments in SalamancaBy Bartho Lomew at 2010-09-04 02:18:21
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Torre Del Clavero Tower – is a 15th century tower and a part of the Sotomayor palace. The base is square in shape and it turns to octagon at higher levels. There are small towers at each corner of the octagon. The tower is adorned with blind arches, coats of arms and cornices. At present Salamanca Provincial Government is housed in this place. There is a pharmaceutical exhibition being conducted on a permanent basis. In addition art exhibitions are held periodically.
Salina Palace – is a Read More..... |
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Monuments in SalamancaBy Bartho Lomew at 2010-09-04 02:17:59
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Torre Del Clavero Tower – is a 15th century tower and a part of the Sotomayor palace. The base is square in shape and it turns to octagon at higher levels. There are small towers at each corner of the octagon. The tower is adorned with blind arches, coats of arms and cornices. At present Salamanca Provincial Government is housed in this place. There is a pharmaceutical exhibition being conducted on a permanent basis. In addition art exhibitions are held periodically.
Salina Palace – is a Read More..... |
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VALLE HERMOSO - ISLA GOMERABy Bartho Lomew at 2010-09-01 01:05:30
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Overview
The municipal town Vallehermoso is in the Santa Cruz de Tenerife province in Spain. This is situated in the Canary Islands and had a population of 3142 in 2007. The altitude of this city above sea level is 230 feet. This town is the 2nd largest municipality in this area. It is linked to the main highway which again is connected to all parts of this town.
The meaning of VALLEHERMOSO is beautiful valley. This town is really beautiful and picturesque. Two steep ridges surround this t Read More..... |
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