Five historical wonders of Spain that invite you to take a walk

Exploring UNESCO’s World Heritage Cities  is an enriching experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Spain. Here are five of these destinations that, according to a GuruWalk analysis, are among the most popular destinations for those who book walking tours. Toledo (Castilla-La Mancha): The “City of three cultures” is chosen by visitors for its historic centre, which bears witness to the coexistence of Jews, Christians and Muslims. The city, a World Heritage Site since 1986, offers a labyrinth of narrow streets, iconic monuments such as the Catedral Primada and the Alcázar and rich damascene craftsmanship. Santiago de Compostela (Galicia): Famous for being the final destination of the Camino de Santiago, its majestic cathedral and old town, with its stone squares and narrow streets, the city invites you to explore it on foot, offering a unique spiritual and cultural atmosphere. A destination for pilgrims, it was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1985. Córdoba (Andalusia): Its enormous cultural and monumental legacy led to it being declared a World Heritage Site in 1994. The Mosque-Cathedral, with its forest of columns and two-coloured arches, is a symbol of Andalusian splendour. A stroll through the Jewish quarter, with its flowery courtyards and whitewashed streets, allows you to discover the essence of this Andalusian city.

: Facade of the Church of La Clerecía and the famous Casa de las Conchas in Salamanca © Shutterstock

Salamanca (Castilla y León):  In 1988, the old town was recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, a title that reflects its historical and architectural richness. Among its most iconic jewels are its imposing cathedrals, the majestic Casa de las Conchas, the famous baroque Plaza Mayor, the Convent of San Esteban and the Escuelas Mayores. The city is home to the oldest active university in Spain, created in 1218 and whose Plateresque façade is an obligatory stop for those wishing to walk around the city. Cáceres (Extremadura): The monumental city preserves a historic-artistic site that was recognised by UNESCO in 1986. Its streets, squares, palaces, churches and walls are an example of the fusion of influences. Visitors can walk through an ancient Roman gate, explore the Old Jewish Quarter after emerging from an Almohad tower or admire a Renaissance palace next to a Mudejar façade.