Place: Avila, Spain
Weather: Cloudy with periods of light rain, 45/61F.
Route: From Segovia 64 km WSW on N-110 and AP-51.
Significance: The walls of this town are some of the most complete I've seen. The town was built in the 11th century as Christians were attempting to defend themselves and fight against the Muslims who had conquered them. It is also known as the city where St. Teresa was born. There is also a large Gothic cathedral here.
Website: UNESCO World Heritage Site
The walled city (from whc.unesco.org)
Avila Cathedral (from whc.unesco.org)
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