PhotoEdits @oscarps - Trip to Salamanca, Castila and Leon [Eng][Esp]

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Good day community

The division of the two Castiles led me to the city of Salamanca, capital of the province and located in the autonomous region of Castile and Leon in the northern part of the country. When I arrived there I asked people from the place where that name came from and they informed me that possibly its first settlements were from the Celtic peoples who since their arrival to the Iberian Peninsula were settling from the lands of the northwest, Galicia to the south of the province of Badajoz in Extremadura. A god that the Celts worshipped since ancient times seems to have given it its name "Helman" in those first settlements, which seems to come from a Germanic goddess of worship of the dark and the underworld. Later with Romanization it was called "Helmantiké" which over time would remain in Salamanca. This town is located on the banks of the Tormes River, a tributary of one of the main rivers of Spain, the Duero. In a fairly flat area of ​​this Castile, it occupies a privileged place for all the cultures that have passed through and made history in it. Throughout the world it has several sister cities with the same name, the United States, Mexico or Venezuela that also adopt the name of Salamanca.


La división de las dos castillas me llevó a la ciudad de Salamanca capital de la provincia y ubicada en la región autonómica de Castillas y León en la parte norte del país. Cuando llegue a ella indague preguntando a personas del lugar de donde procedía ese nombre y me informaron que posiblemente sus primeros asentamientos fueran de los pueblos celtas que desde su llegada a la península Ibérica fueron asentándose desde las tierras del noroeste, Galicia hasta el sur de la provincia de Badajoz en Extremadura. Un dios que los celtas adoraban desde tiempos remotos parece le dio en esos primeros asentamientos su nombre “Helman” que parece procede de una diosa germana de adoración a lo oscuro y el inframundo. Posteriormente con la romanización paso a denominarse “Helmantiké” que con el paso del tiempo se quedaría en Salamanca. Esta villa se encuentra en el margen del río Tormes afluente de uno de los principales ríos de España del Duero. En una zona bastante llana de esta castilla ocupa un lugar privilegiado para todas las culturas que han pasado y hecho historia en ella. A lo largo del mundo tiene varias ciudades hermanas con el mismo nombre, Estados Unidos, México o Venezuela que adoptan también el nombre de Salamanca.



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The special character of this beautiful city is reflected in its avenues and streets that gradually introduce us to another time. The unique and peculiar architecture, as well as being historical, was recently used to film movies and series, the most popular being Game of Thrones, but many others have used its urban landscape for filming. I headed towards its historic centre and towards one of the most beautiful squares I know and, after wandering through old buildings, palaces and churches, I found it. That day there was a medieval festival in the city and I had the opportunity to see those characters in period costumes that transported me to those times. Life in the square was truly bustling and the terraces and cafés invited people to sit down, chat, have a coffee and enjoy this unique urban landscape.


El carácter tan especial de esta hermosa ciudad que reflejado en sus avenidas y calles que nos van introduciendo progresivamente en otro tiempo. La arquitectura tan peculiar y única además de histórica fue aprovechada recientemente para filmar películas y series, la más popular ha sido Juego de Tronos, pero otras muchas se han valido de su paisaje urbano para rodajes. Me encamine hacia su casco histórico y hacia una de las plazas más bellas que conozco y que, después de callejear entre antiguos edificios, palacios y iglesias me llevo a ella. Ese día había una fiesta medieval en la ciudad y tuve la oportunidad de ver a esos personajes con trajes de época que me trasportaban a esos tiempos. La vida en la plaza era de autentico bullicio y las terrazas y cafeterías invitaban a sentarse, charlar, tomar un café y disfrutar de este singular paisaje urbano.


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Continuing the route took me to the area of ​​the cathedral and there I was informed that there were two in the city, which surprised me. The cathedral loomed with its main tower in some of these streets which I then walked along observing different points of view of this architectural marvel. At this point the city showed me its old core and expanded its more Castilian aspect and the bustle and life could be noticed in each street I decided to follow. Through one of these streets I arrived at the heart of the University, one of the oldest and most prestigious on the European continent. Its façade and interior courtyards left me speechless and my camera took these beautiful images that reflect very well the essence of these old buildings.



Siguiendo el recorrido me llevo hacia la zona de la catedral y allí me informaron que en la ciudad había dos, esto me sorprendió. La catedral asomaba con su principal torre en algunas de estas calles que luego camine observando diferentes puntos de vista de esta maravilla de arquitectura. La ciudad en este punto me mostro en su núcleo antiguo y amplió su aspecto más castellano y el bullicio y vida se dejaban notar en cada calle que decidía seguir. Por una de estas rúas llegué a la en corazón de la Universidad una de las más antiguas y prestigiosas del continente europeo. Su fachada y patios interiores me dejaron sin palabras y mi cámara tomo estas preciosas imágenes que reflejan muy bien la esencia de estos viejos edificios.


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Visiting this city can take a few days since it is not only about walking through it but also visiting museums, palaces, churches and cathedrals, strolling along the river or its bridge that connects both parts of the city. Accommodation in Salamanca is excellent, with many hotels, guest houses and hostels where you can rest. The regional cuisine is also something to take into account and enjoy in this beautiful city. You are invited to visit it and explore it. I hope you have enjoyed this trip as much as I have. Greetings, friends.

Visitar esta ciudad puede llevar unos días ya que no solo es caminar por ella sino visitar museos, palacios, iglesias y catedrales, pasear por el río o su puente que comunica ambas partes de la ciudad. El Alojamiento en Salamanca es excelente contando con muchos hoteles, pensiones y hostales donde descansar. Su gastronomía de la región es también algo a tener en cuenta y disfrutar en esta bella ciudad. Están ustedes invitados a conocerla y recorrerla, espero hayan disfrutado de este paseo como yo lo he hecho, saludos amigos.


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Once again I have been able to place my flag, my pin, on the world map of this great project #worldmappin that some of us try with such enthusiasm to record our visits to fantastic places, to share with all of you so that you can also get to know and enjoy these places.

Una vez más he podido colocar mi bandera, mi pin, en el mapa mundial de este gran proyecto #worldmappin que con tanta ilusión intentamos, algunos de nosotros, dejar constancia de nuestras visitas a lugares fantásticos, para compartir con todos ustedes y que puedan también conocer y disfrutar d estos sitios.


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CategoríaPhototalent
AjustesISO-100 f/8 1/100s
CámaraNikon D7100 - Olympus E410 y Kodak Z
LenteNikkor or Olympus
LocalizaciónSpain



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Awesoem photos and its almost like going back in time viewing this place

Salamanca is a beautiful city, it does take you back to that time. Thank you for your visit, greetings @tattoodjay

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