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Known for its stunning fortified walls, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is full of medieval history as well as superb food.

Avila is a Spanish town located in the autonomous community of Castile and Leon. It is sometimes called the Town of Stones and Saints, and it claims that it is one of the towns with the highest number of Romanesque and Gothic churches (and bars and restaurants) per capita in Spain. It is notable for having complete and prominent medieval town walls, built in the Romanesque style. The writer Jose Martínez Ruiz (Azorín), in his seminal book El alma castellana (The Castilian Soul), described it as "perhaps the most 16th century town in Spain", and it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.

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Avila, Spain

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Known for its stunning fortified walls, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is full of medieval history as well as superb food.
Avila Cathedral

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This must-see Gothic cathedral doubled as the town's fortifications, housing numerous notable artworks.
Historic Center, Avila

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Wander along the cobbled streets of the historic center, taking in the history, the local color, and lively cafes.
St. Thomas Royal Monastery, Avila

Ávila's Cloister of Silence by Lawrence OP

Established in the 15C, this monastery has much to explore with its cloisters, royal tombs, galleries, and more.
San Vicente Basilica, Avila

Basilica of San Vicente 2 by Son of Groucho

Founded in the 14C, this Romanesque basilica stands on the alleged site of St. Vincent's martyrdom and features his 12C tomb.
Town Walls, Avila

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Erected in the 11C, these fortified walls are arguably the most grand in Europe and can be explored by walking the sentry path.
Polentinos Palace, Avila

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Home to the Military Archives, this 16C palace is the primary building in a complex that features numerous interesting venues.

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