Palencia Province, Administrative province in northern Castile and León, Spain
Palencia Province is an administrative region in northern Castile and León, Spain, stretching across flat plains and mountain ranges. The Pisuerga River runs through the area, linking many towns and villages together.
In the thirteenth century one of Spain's first universities was established here, later relocated to Valladolid. The Romans founded important settlements in this area, and traces of their presence remain visible today.
The name comes from the Roman settlement Pallantia, founded here nearly two thousand years ago. Today many residents live in small villages where traditional festivals and markets take place throughout the year.
The capital sits in the center and serves as a good starting point for visiting smaller communities. Many places are easily accessible by car, but public transport runs less frequently to remote villages.
The Basilica of San Juan de Baños was built in the year 661 and is considered the oldest surviving Visigothic church in Spain. Its construction dates back to King Reccasvinto, who consecrated it after a healing.
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