Monument in Segovia

Segovia Aqueduct

The Aqueduct of Segovia is a 1st-century Roman structure of 166 granite arches reaching 28 meters high, built without mortar and still standing after 2,000 years. Free. The aqueduct runs from the outskirts into the Plaza del Azoguejo in the city center. Budget travelers take the cheap bus from Madrid (1.5 hours), stand beneath the arches, and see the most impressive Roman engineering in Spain.

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Avenida de la Vía Roma, 40003 Segovia
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Alcazar of Segovia

The Alcazar of Segovia is a fairy-tale castle on a rocky crag where the Eresma and Clamores rivers meet, said to have inspired Walt Disney's Cinderella Castle. Entry is paid at a modest price.

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Segovia Cathedral

Segovia Cathedral is the last major Gothic cathedral built in Spain, standing on the main square with a cloister and a tall bell tower. Entry is paid at a modest price.

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