Plaza Mayor, Spanish Baroque square in central Salamanca, Spain.
The Plaza Mayor spans 70 meters on each side, featuring 88 stone arches and 247 balconies distributed across three floors of surrounding buildings.
Construction began in 1729 under Felipe V's order for bullfighting events, with Alberto Churriguera leading the first phase until 1735 and Manuel de Larra completing it in 1755.
The square displays medallions of notable Spanish figures, including Charles I, Alfonso XI, Ferdinand VI, Cervantes, and Saint Teresa along its stone facades.
The plaza contains numerous restaurants, cafes, shops, a pharmacy, and accommodations, with pedestrian-only access except for morning deliveries.
A miniature reproduction of the Plaza Mayor exists inside the local establishment Cum Laude, demonstrating the square's influence on Salamanca's identity.
Location: Salamanca
Architects: Alberto de Churriguera
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 40.96500,-5.66410
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:24
Valladolid features Gothic architecture with its cathedral in the city center, art collections at the National Sculpture Museum, and historical squares. Campo Grande Park and Royal Palace Garden provide green spaces. The Museum of Contemporary Art and Science Museum complete the cultural offerings.
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