Avila - Spain

Avila - Spain

Avila - Spain

These massive 11th century walls encircle the centre of Avila

Avila - Spain

The walls are 2km long and punctuated by 88 turrets

Salamanca - Spain

Salamanca - Spain

Salamanca - Spain

The famous sculpted shells on the walls of Casa de las Conchas

Salamanca - Spain

The House of Shells derives its name from the golden stone scallop shells that cover most of its walls

Salamanca - Spain

The shells are a symbol of the Order of Santiago

Salamanca - Spain

16th century mansion built by Rodrigo Maldonado, one of the knights

Salamanca - Spain

Strolling towards Salamanca university

Salamanca - Spain

The University of Salamanca is Spain's finest showcase of Renaissance architecture