This Renaissance building was designed by Juan de Herrera in the early 16th century. The façade, with columns, is divided into two storeys: the lower is by Juan de Herrera, and the upper is by Churriguera, characterised by abundant decorative elements. The inside of the building is split into three naves with side chapels between the buttresses.

Mar 5, 2015 · Spain's war, conquest and ensuing colonization of the continent later denominated as ‘America’ from the beginning of the sixteenth century constitutes the political, economic and religious background to a principle moral debate on the human dignity and rights of non-European and non-Christian people.

Valladolid. Valladolid välyäᵺōlēᵺ´ [ key], city (1990 pop. 333,680), capital of Valladolid prov. and the administrative center of Castile and León, N central Spain, at the confluence of the Pisuerga and Esgueva rivers and on the Canal de Castilla. A communications and manufacturing center, Valladolid is also an important grain market.

Valladolid is a province of northwest Spain, in the central part of the autonomous community of Castile and León. The province was established as such by the Royal Decree of September 29, 1833 driven by the minister Javier de Burgos, being attached to the historic region of Old Castile.

Jan 21, 2023 · The University of Valladolid has a noble history stretching back over a millennium. And with over 1,000 years of continual study taking place in its hallowed walls, ... That’s why the University of Valladolid Language Center is the place to learn Spanish in Spain. Spanish All Year Round – at the University of Valladolid ...

Historic Sites • History Museums By A6942JTkevins Step back in time 400 years at this recreated home 6. Palacio de Santa Cruz 146 Architectural Buildings By reektreat It was built in the 15th century. It is one of the main buildings of the University of Valladolid. The facade is... 7. Catedral de Valladolid 333

A classic temple. Temple in classic style (17th century). It is now home to important works of art: Gregorio Fernández, Juan de Juni, etc. Almost the entire current collection dates back to the 17th century. The church has a single nave, a barrel vault and a lowered dome over the transept. The high altar is the work of Francisco Velázquez and ...

Valladolid, Castile-Leon Fortified in 1307, the town of Peñafiel was once a commercial and historic centre of the first order. Its historic center has been declared of Cultural Interest. Its famous castle, declared to be a National Monument in 1917, sits on a hill.