Ancient city that’s the ‘Oxford of Spain’ with Gothic buildings and top university
A CITY in Europe has been dubbed the “Oxford of Spain” with his beautiful architecture and famous university. Salamanca in ...
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This Medieval City Was a Viking Fortress, a Wool-trading Center, and a Railway Hub — and Now It's the Perfect History-focused Getaway
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Wismar: The scenic German city that inspired a horror classic
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A New Day, and New Vision, for Gothic City
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Iconic Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes to Get a Facelift
The Greek Ministry of Culture launched a project to protect and promote the Palace of the Grand Master, in the Medieval City of Rhodes ...
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Ancient city that’s the ‘Oxford of Spain’ with Gothic buildings and top university
Meanwhile, Oxford earned itself the nickname of the City of Dreaming Spires because of its Gothic towers and steeples. Both cities have also earned their stripes in the entertainment industry.