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Valladolid breathes history. This is the place where King Felipe II was born, the Catholic Monarchs Ferdinand and Isabel were married, and Christopher Columbus died. This was once the capital of Spain, and although it has lost this title, it's still the principal city of Castilla y Leon, the land of castles from which the word ‘Castilian’ is derived. Today, Valladolid is a bustling university city that thrives on its manufacturing industries. It is a down-to-earth, lively place that blends the old with the energetic new.

Do & See

Valladolid offers a wide range of activities like theatres, historical sites, and many top museums. You may go look for beautiful and popular sites such as Plaza Mayor and Plaza de San Pablo, the Museo Nacional de Escultura, and the Museo del Arte Contemporaneo Español. There is so much to see and learn in this city, which has had such a huge impact on the history of Spain and the American continent! Tip: If you have never heard of the decisive Valladolid Controversy, consider reading up before your visit to better understand the city's complicated history.

Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor is the main square of Valladolid and an unmissable sight. Flanked by vibrant red buildings, this glorious old square is located in the very heart of the city. In the summer, many outdoor activities take place making it the perfect spot for a coffee break with a nice view, notably on the Town Hall.

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Academy Of Cavalry

The Academy Of Cavalry is a beautiful building in the heart of Valladolid. This museum is located in the splendid building of the Academia del Arma. You can rarely visit the inside, but the outside is worth having a look with its impressive facade and fountains.

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Museo Nacional de Escultura

The National Museum - Museo Nacional de Escultura - is located right in the heart of Valladolid and it boasts a brilliant display of poly-chrome wood with the sculpture of the Spanish Renaissance. The museum is widely renowned for its high quality sculptures and historical exhibitions.

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Plaza de San Pablo

The Plaza de San Pablo is among the most important historical sights of Valladolid. Felipe II was born in the Palacio de Pimentel on the Plaza de San Pablo in 1527, and as testimony, a fabulous tiled mural relates the life of the king and the history of sixteenth-century Valladolid. In the square is also the magnificent Iglesia de San Pablo located.

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Museo Oriental

The Museo Oriental offers a collection of exquisite examples of Chinese, Japanese and Filipino art, gathered during four centuries of Spanish missionary exploration. This museum is located in the Royal College of Augustinian Fathershe, built in 1759.

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Museo Casa Natal de Cervantes

The Casa-Museo de Cervantes is where Cervantes lived from 1603 to 1606, in what was then an unfashionable and malodorous district of Valladolid. It was then redecorated with more modern tastes and now hosts regular exhibitions related to Cervantes, the famous author of Don Quichote.

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Population:	Approximately 300.000
Currency:	Euro (EUR) €1 = 100 cents
Emergency Numbers:	Emergency: 112
Newspapers:	Gente en Valladolid
Opening Hours:	Shops are generally open from 09.00/10.00 to 14.00 and from 17.00/17.30 to 20.00/20.30. Most shops are not open on Saturday afternoons (except for large department stores) or on Sundays. Banks are generally open from 08.30 to 14.30 from Monday to Friday.
Tourist Information:	Oficina de Información Turística de Valladolid Pabellón de Cristal Acera de Recoletos s/n 47004 Valladolid (Castile-Leon) informacion@valladolidturismo.com Tel.:+34 983219310