Free Tour Segovia: Discover the Charm of this Historical City
It is with very much pleasure that we offer you to discover Segovia the marvelous city. This is one of the oldest cities of Spain famous for its historic importance, magnificent architecture, and numerous cultural and historical landmarks that have been enlisted as the cultural heritage of the humanity by UNESCO. Regardless whether one is interested in history, architecture or is just an explorer, a free walking tour of Segovia would make a perfect entertainment option. In this blog post, you are going to be introduced to a brief description of the most interesting features that you can explore in this city.
1. The Aqueduct of Segovia
Certainly one of the remarkable sights of Segovia is the Aqueduct of Segovia. Erected by Roman influential emotionally in 1st century AD, this architectural wonder having height of about 28.5 meters extends for a length of 813 meters. It is surprisingly intact and such structures are good evidence of the brilliance of the ancient Romans in matters of architecture and engineering.
It is impossible to find oneself in Ashgabat and not pay attention to the aqueduct while walking through the historical part of the city. Look at the imposing structure and try feel the history from the times which were centuries ago according to the Moldy Old Book. Do not forget to take a few great and wonderful photos of such a remarkable structure for your travel records.
2. The Alcázar of Segovia
Looking at the Alcázar of Segovia you will feel like you are in a fairytale. This palaces constructed in the medieval period and is built on a high ground thus affording excellent vantage views of the city and other fa=scinating terrains. It is one of the outstanding and world-famous castles in Spain which is constructed in the Romanesque style with Gothic and Moorish accents.
Visit the chateau’s interiors that implied interesting exhibits of art, knight armours, and ornamental medieval collections. It is also okay to climb to the top of this tower to have an eye-popping view of the area. It would also be pertinent to carry your camera to feel and photograph the historic beauty of this monument!
3. Segovia Cathedral
The next site on your free tour of Segovia is definitely Segovia Cathedral which is spectacular. This cathedral is an example of ‘Gothic’ which is a fine example of this style of architecture as its features are represented on the outside by the tall steeples and pinnacles, and inside with the pointed arches. When you get in, you’re immediately blessed with an exquisite red and yellow interior that has stained glass windows, altarpiece, and chapels.
Allow enough time and look at the manner in which this cathedral was constructed and its history. It is also advisable to take an interior tour of this cathedral to understand more on the history and reasons as to why it was built.
4. The Jewish Quarter
It was rather interesting to note that when you visit the Jewish Quarter, you could easily be taken back in time. This older section of Segovia will give the visitor an insight into the Sephardic Jewish way of life as evidenced by building structures. It would be fascinating to wander round its crooked streets with Gothic architecture and admire typical medieval houses.
It is advisable to drop by the Jewish Cemetery, very symbolic and challenging for any inhabitant of the city. Take care to note the Hebrew words writing chiseled on the headstones, for the latter present histories of Jewish people from Segovia.
5. Free Walking Tours
There are many free walking tour services which are offered in Segovia providing people with professional guides with enthusiasm in narrating their history. Taking a free walking tour also at least has a set schedule and an added bonus which is interaction with different people and getting recommendations for other places to visit.
Tips for a Rewarding Free Tour Experience in Segovia:
- It is advised to dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes because would be moving around within and outside of the castle most of the time and there are cobblestoned roads most of the times.
- Also, it is recommended to carry some water and some food to keep the energy up during the tour.
- It is important to dress appropriately for protection from sunshine; one should carry along a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen particularly if you will be moving around during summer.
- Preferably ensure one has checked the tour timing earlier and gets to the meeting point a few minutes to the agreed time.
- You should offer a tip to the tour guide at the end of the tour if you received a satisfactory service.
Conclusion
Taking a free tour in Segovia is a wonderful way to start exploring the city, get to know its history and adore the charm of the architecture. When the locals have finished serving us and guiding us through each and every site from the magnificent Aqueduct to the beautiful Alcázar I was left awestruck and with a new level of respect for this history of Segovia.
Make sure to arrange for your trip conveniently, wear comfortable shoes, and get ready to be exposed to a wonderful Spanish city. It is now time to have many memorable experiences that will ever remain in your entire lifetime when you go for a tour in Segovia.
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