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Salamanca

Salamanca is located in the Castile and Leon region of Western Spain not far from the Portuguese border. It is world renown for is marvelous buildings and urban environment. In 1988 UNESCO declared the Old City section a World Heritage Site. The University of Salamanca dates back to 1218 and is known primarily for its contributions and teachings of the Spanish language. The University of Salamanca is the oldest in Spain and the third oldest of all western universities. The university and local tourism provide the economic drive of Salamanca.

When you arrive in Salamanca you definitely will want to tour the Old Quarter. Here you will find many beautiful cathedrals, buildings, and plazas. La Plaza Mayor is located there and is the center of the city. Salamanca has two cathedrals located there as well, the Old Cathedral built in the 12th century and the New Cathedral built in the 16th century and finally completed in the 18th century. The New Cathedral is also the larger of the two. There are numerous smaller churches scattered throughout the Old Quarter as well. The University of Salamanca is also located in the Old Quarter which offers museums and collections for viewing. The Old Quarter also has several museums and palatial homes and palaces dating to the 15th and 16th centuries. These homes are of the Gothic style and relate to much of the early Spanish history.

The climate of Salamanca is considered Continental Mediteranean moderated by its altitude and pretty much dry. Average temperatures over the year range from around 0ºC to 30ºC. Salamanca's economy is heavily driven by the university and related services. However there is also an agricultural and industrial base. Two of the largest businesses are Laboratorios Intervet who manufactures veterinary vaccines and S.A. Mirat who produces fertilizer. You will find all the amenities too of any large modern city blended with the Old World charm.

Travel to Salamanca is not difficult as it has its own airport as well as train and bus services. There are several major roadways leading to Salamanca from other parts of Spain as well. You can easily find information on car hire in Salamanca to travel around the city and its environs. Check out anycarhire.com to get a comparative price from such companies as Argus Carhire and Carhire 3000. Regardless of how you arrive, you will enjoy your stay.