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Get to know Salamanca
The perfect destination to learn, live and feel Spanish.
History, culture and a perfect atmosphere for students.
Salamanca is part of the Autonomous Community of Castile-Leon and is situated in the west of Spain, at about 200 kilometres from Madrid and 132 from Portugal.
The population is approximately of 146,000 inhabitants, ideal for students who wish to learn Spanish in a cultural, comfortable and secure environment.
In 1988 Salamanca was declared World Heritage City by the UNESCO for its historical and artistic value. After, in 2002, Salamanca was chosen to be the European City of Culture, reflecting its patrimonial importance and cultural dynamism.
Salamanca is known at the Golden City for its warm-tone Villamayor sandstone which can be seen in the main part of its buildings. At twilight, thanks to the light, its monuments become a golden show which make visitors fall in love with the city. The size of the city eases daily life and allows you to enjoy the city walking.
Strolling through its streets, see its monuments (The Cathedrals, the Convent of San Esteban, the University, the Palace of Monterrey, the Clerecía building or its famous Plaza Mayor) and discover its nooks (Calixto and Melibea Garden, the Death House, the Cave of Salamanca, etc.), will be one of the best experiences of your life in one of the most important cities of Europe.
Its location allows you to travel easily to cities such as Ávila, Segovia, Toledo or cross the border to visit Portugal. The natural environment offers routes, open landscapes and charming villages which will ensure an enriching experience for any visitor or student.
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Salamanca, the City of Spanish
A worldwide reference in Spanish Language Teaching
Salamanca is a worldwide reference in Spanish Language Teaching, not only for the quality of the Spanish spoken in the city: clear, neutral and correct, but also for the history of its university (founded in 1218) which every year attracts thousands of international students.
Learning Spanish in Salamanca means immersing into an environment where language and culture are part of daily life and where its linguistic traditions can be breathed in any corner of the city.
A University with over 800 years of history
The University of Salamanca is one of the five most ancient in Europe, together with Bolonia, Oxford, Cambridge and Padua. This institution has been an intellectual reference for the Spanish-speaking world, and throughout the centuries has reunited authors, grammarians, philosophers and humanists, who have contributed to shape the Spanish language.
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Influence in Hispanic literature and culture
Salamanca has been the stage and cradle of literary works which have left their mark on Spanish tradition. Writers such as Fernando de Rojas, Fray Luis de León or Miguel de Unamuno left their footprints in the city.
Overmore, Salamanca appears in numerous legends and stories, part of the imaginary culture of Spain, reinforcing its role as a linguistic and literary reference.
The continued presence of students from all over the world converts Salamanca into a city with a young, cultural and dynamic atmosphere. Its streets, cultural spaces, libraries, bars and cafes are filled with activity, creating an ideal environment to make new friends and enjoy this wonderful experience.
Culture, Entertainment and Nightlife
In Salamanca culture and entertainment are insured. You will be able to enjoy its cultural events throughout the whole year (exhibitions, festivals, concerts, theatre, cinema cycles, shows, etc.) and its active and famous nightlife which reflects its university character.
Fairs and Festivals
In honor of the Virgin of La Vega (patron saint of Salamanca).
Easter Week
Declared a Site of International Tourist Interest.
Lunes de Aguas
A Salamanca tradition with the hornazo as its main character.
University New Year´s Eve
An early New Year's celebration that brings together thousands of students in the Plaza Mayor.
Salamanca´s gastronomy: tasty and traditional
Flavors of Salamanca: a cuisine with its own identity.
Salamanca’s cuisine is renowned for its authentic flavors and high-quality ingredients. Among its most representative dishes are chanfaina, hornazo, calderillo bejarano, limón serrano, farinato, Guijuelo ham, and Morucha beef.
For those with a sweet tooth, don’t miss the bollo maimón, perrunillas and the traditional chochos from Salamanca, not forgetting the convent sweets like the amarguillos de las Dueñas.
Going for tapas in Salamanca is part of its lifestyle; moreover, it’s a delicious way to get to know the city and its atmosphere.
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