Visit the city of Teruel, cradle of Mudejar art, and the fortified medieval city of Albarracín. Special attention to the gastronomy of the region famous throughout Spain: Teruel ham is world famous!
TERUEL, THE CRADLE OF MUDEJAR ART
Let yourself be surprised by the city of Teruel and by one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, Albarracín.
Keep learning about the history of Spain with Happy Erasmus and visit the most surprising corners of our country.
On this occasion, we move to the province of Teruel, which is home to 7 of the most beautiful towns and cities in Spain.
Itinerary:
- Morning departure from Valencia
- Visit to the town of Albarracín
- Visit to the city of Teruel
- Return to Valencia at dinner time
The first absolutely necessary stop is Albarracín, one of the most charming towns in Spain. This town has been declared a National Monument and is proposed by UNESCO to be considered a World Heritage Site due to the beauty and importance of its historical heritage.
This small medieval refuge is located in the Sierra de Albarracín and its cobbled streets and its reddish houses are protected by a wall that began to be developed in the 10th century.
The next stop will be in Teruel, the most romantic city in the Community of Aragon. There we will contemplate the maximum expression of Mudejar art and we will know the history of Los Amantes de Teruel and in their honor the biggest festival in the city is celebrated: Isabel's Wedding. It is a festival with a medieval atmosphere along with its markets, food stalls and parades.
We will discover the impressive artistic legacy preserved by the medieval city of Teruel, whose Mudejar art has been recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
We will not only be able to enjoy its art, but also its gastronomy, since Teruel is world-renowned for its ham with Protected Designation of Origin.
