Madrid

MADRID

TOLEDO

CUENCA Immerse yourself in this picture-post card city. The highlight here are the fa mous “hanging houses” perched on the rock, with balconies that appear to be looking out over the void. Other places to visit include the cathedral and a wide variety of museums and exhibitions. And don’t forget to taste some of its culinary delights, such as morteruelo and alajú. AVILA

TOLEDO CASTILE-LA MANCHA

You cannot miss the city of the three cul tures: Christian, Arab and Jewish. A walk around its streets will transport you back in time. It’s a great place to browse an cient shops and try its mazapanes, deli cious almond sweets.

SEGOVIA

AVILA CASTILE-LEÓN

This walled city is a place of medie val streets and squares, Renaissance houses and ecclesiastical art in honour of Saint Teresa of Avila. When you're feeling peckish, just drop into any tav ern and sample some of the traditional dishes: roast meats, steaks and “yemas de Santa Teresa” (sweetened egg yolks). SALAMANCA The best idea is to take a leisurely walk and enjoy all its architectural treasures. The city is famous for the old universi ty, and its academic reputation attracts thousands of students. Choose a bar or restaurant to sample the succulent culi nary tradition.

SEGOVIA CASTILE-LEÓN

You will fall in love with this city’s his toric quarter, its majestic Alcázar castle and its spectacular aqueduct. It is also famous for its gastronomy, with roast suckling pig a particularly delicious highlight. Don’t leave without trying it!

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