Salamanca
in Salamanca of Castille and León, Spain

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Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
40.969 and -5.664 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 40° 58' 7" and W -5° 39' 49"
Currency and Currency Code:
Euro - EUR
Spoken languages:
Spanish, Catalan, Galician, Basque, Occitan
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 11:34 AM (Tuesday)
Timezone: Europe/Madrid
UTC/GMT offset: 1 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:25 am and 7:34 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-40.997 and 174.313 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Cape Jackson
References
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Current travel safety evaluation for Spain in Southern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to Spain.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning Spain. Last Update: 2024-03-19 07:55:12

Delve into Salamanca

Salamanca in Salamanca (Castille and León) with it's 155,619 habitants is a town located in Spain about 110 mi (or 176 km) west of Madrid, the country's capital town.

Time in Salamanca is now 11:34 AM (Tuesday). The local timezone is named Europe / Madrid with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 9 airports closer to Salamanca, of which one is a larger airport. The closest airport in Spain is Salamanca Airport in a distance of 9 mi (or 14 km), East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site is Prehistoric Rock Art Sites in the Côa Valley and Siega Verde in Portugal at a distance of 25 mi (or 41 km). The closest in Spain is Old City of Salamanca in a distance of 69 mi (or 41 km), South-East. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Carbajosa de la Sagrada, Santa Marta de Tormes, Villares de la Reina, Villamayor and Aldeatejada. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 18°C / 65 °F

Morning Temperature 9°C / 47 °F
Evening Temperature 15°C / 59 °F
Night Temperature 11°C / 51 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 47%
Air Pressure 1014 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from North-East
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 54% of sky
General Conditions Broken clouds

Wednesday, 20th of March 2024

20°C (68 °F)
11°C (52 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, clear sky.

Thursday, 21st of March 2024

16°C (61 °F)
14°C (57 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Friday, 22nd of March 2024

23°C (73 °F)
15°C (59 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Alameda Palace

Address
0,3 mi
Paseo de la Estación, 1
37004 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Gran Hotel Corona Sol

Address
0,3 mi
Calle Victor García de la Concha s/n
37007 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Soho Boutique Salamanca

Address
0,3 mi
Plaza Angel 5
37001 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Salamanca Suite Studios

Address
0,2 mi
Plaza de la Libertad 4
37002 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 9:00 - 21:00
Weekend: 9:00 - 21:00


Sercotel Monterrey

Address
0,2 mi
Azafranal 21
37001 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Rua

Address
0,3 mi
Sánchez Barbero, 11
37002 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Artheus Carmelitas Salamanca

Address
0,2 mi
Paseo Carmelitas 67
37002 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Catalonia Plaza Mayor Salamanca

Address
0,2 mi
Espoz y Mina, 23-25
37002 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 0:00
Weekend: closed


Apartamentos Toro 33

Address
0,2 mi
Calle Toro, Nº 33 - 37
37002 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Silken Rona Dalba

Address
0,1 mi
Plaza San Juan Bautista 12
37002 Salamanca
Spain

Time Information

Checkout: 13:00 - Checkin: 09:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Salamanca desde el cielo

Published: April 12, 2015
Length: 19:47 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Salamanca Videos


Semana Santa Salamanca 2015: La Soledad

Published: April 04, 2015
Length: 10:47 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Salamanca Videos

Imagen: Julio César Hoz.


CONCIERTO FITO Y FITIPALDIS EN SALAMANCA

Published: November 30, 2014
Length: 27:53 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Salamanca rtv al día

Concierto de Fito y Fitipaldis (www.fitoyfitipaldis.com) en el Multiusos Sánchez Paraíso de Salamanca Noticia:http://salamancartvaldia.es/not/63337/fito-y-fitipaldis-arrasan-con-su-gira-huyendo-...


Semana Santa Salamanca 2015: Jesús Despojado

Published: March 29, 2015
Length: 51:32 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Salamanca Videos

Imagen: Julio César Hoz.


Video Documental Semana Santa Salamanca 2014

Published: June 02, 2014
Length: 43:10 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Irene Corral DosSantos

Video Documental de la Semana Santa de Salamanca del año 2014, realizado por Irene Cds Photo. Se que faltan algunas hermandades y os pido disculpas por no tenerlas todas. ©IreneCdsPhoto...


Salamanca - España

Published: June 16, 2014
Length: 11:33 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Travel And Discover

Los orígenes de la urbe se remontan a hace unos 2700 años, durante la primera Edad de Hierro, cuando los primeros pobladores de la ciudad se asentaron en el cerro de San Vicente, a la ribera...


Semana Santa Salamanca 2015: Jesús Flagelado y Nuestra Señora de las lágrimas

Published: April 01, 2015
Length: 02:46 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Salamanca Videos

Imagen: Julio César Hoz.


Semana Santa Salamanca 2015: Cristo de la Vela

Published: April 04, 2015
Length: 43:41 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Salamanca Videos

Imagen: Julio César Hoz.


Semana Santa Salamanca 2015: Cristo del Amor y de la Paz

Published: April 02, 2015
Length: 45:58 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Salamanca Videos

Imagen: Julio César Hoz.


Universidad de Salamanca: Destino Erasmus / University of Salamanca [IGEO.TV]

Published: August 07, 2013
Length: 05:21 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: i geotv

http://igeo.tv/category/videos/tematica/cultura/ En 1218, el rey Alfonso IX de León transforma la escuela catedralicia en Estudio General o Universidad de Salamanca, impartiéndose las clases...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

University of Salamanca

The University of Salamanca (Spanish: Universidad de Salamanca) is a Spanish higher education institution, located in the town of Salamanca, west of Madrid, in the autonomous community of Castilla and León. It was founded in 1134 and given the Royal charter of foundation by King Alfonso IX in 1218. It is the oldest founded university in Spain and the third oldest European university in continuous operations.

Located at 40.9616, -5.66761 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
University of Salamanca, Universities in Castile and León, 1218 establishments, Educational institutions established in the 13th century, Coimbra Group, Kingdom of León, Renaissance architecture in Spain, Public universities

Pontifical University of Salamanca

The Pontifical University of Salamanca is a private, catholic university, located in Salamanca, Spain, and campus in Salamanca and Madrid.

Located at 40.963, -5.667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Pontifical Universities, Universities in Castile and León, Roman Catholic universities and colleges in Spain, Educational institutions established in 1940

New Cathedral, Salamanca

The New Cathedral is, together with the Old Cathedral, one of the two cathedrals of Salamanca, Spain. It was constructed between the 16th in and 18th centuries in two styles: late Gothic and Baroque. Building began in 1513 and the cathedral was consecrated in 1733. It was commissioned by Ferdinand V of Castile of Spain. It was declared a national monument by royal decree in 1887.

Located at 40.9606, -5.66583 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Cathedrals in Spain, Buildings and structures in Salamanca, Churches in Castile and León

Plaza de Toros La Glorieta

Plaza de Toros de "La Glorieta" is a bullring in Salamanca, Castile and León, Spain. It is currently used for bull fighting. The stadium holds 10,858 people. It was built in 1892 and officially opened on September 11, 1893. It's classical in style, and has three levels, made of stone, wrought-iron and brick. The ring is 54 metres in diameter, and there is seating for almost 11000 spectators.

Located at 40.9773, -5.66113 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Spanish sports venue stubs, Bullrings in Spain, Sports venues in Castile and León

Colegio Mayor de Santiago el Zebedeo

The Colegio Mayor de Santiago, el Zebedeo, Colegio del Arzobispo or Colegio Mayor de Fonseca is a historical edifice in Salamanca, Spain, founded in 1519 by Alonso de Fonseca, archbishop of Santiago de Compostela (hence its name), in order to provide Galician students with a college in which to study within the University of Salamanca. It is one of the Colegios Mayores of Salamanca and was later known as the Colegio de los Irlandeses or the Irish College.

Located at 40.9656, -5.67028 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Salamanca, Renaissance architecture in Spain, 1519 establishments

Salamanca

Salamanca is a city in northwestern Spain, the capital of the Province of Salamanca in the community of Castile and León. Its Old City was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. With a metropolitan population around 192,000 it is the second most populated urban area in Castile and León, after Valladolid (369,000), and closely followed by Leon (187,000) and Burgos (176,000).

Located at 40.9616, -5.66761 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Salamanca, European Capitals of Culture, Municipalities in the Province of Salamanca, Populated places established in the 3rd century BC, Province of Salamanca, University towns, World Heritage Sites in Spain, Populated places in the Province of Salamanca

Old Cathedral, Salamanca

The Old Cathedral is one of two cathedrals in Salamanca, Spain, the other being the New Cathedral of Salamanca. It was founded by Bishop Jerome of Périgord, in the 12th century and completed in Romanesque/Gothic style in the 14th century. It is dedicated to Santa Maria de la Sede (Saint Mary of the See). The apse houses a large cycle of 53 tables, 12 of which by the 15th century Italian artist Dello Delli, depicting the life of Jesus and the Virgin Mary.

Located at 40.9605, -5.66667 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Cathedrals in Spain, Buildings and structures in Salamanca, Churches in Castile and León

Convento de San Esteban, Salamanca

The Convento de San Esteban is a Dominican monastery situated in the Plaza del Concilio de Trento in the city of Salamanca.

Located at 40.9606, -5.66306 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
16th-century architecture, 1618 establishments, Buildings and structures in Salamanca, Monasteries in Castile and León, Renaissance architecture in Spain

Casa de las Conchas

The Casa de las Conchas is a historical building in Salamanca, central Spain. It currently houses a public library. It was built from 1493 to 1517 by Rodrigo Arias de Maldonado, a knight of the Order of Santiago de Compostela and a professor in the University of Salamanca. Its most peculiar feature is the façade, mixing late Gothic and Plateresque style, decorated with more than 300 shells, symbol of the order of Santiago, as well as of the pilgrims performing the Way of St. James.

Located at 40.9629, -5.66581 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Salamanca, Houses completed in 1517, Gothic architecture in Spain, Libraries in Spain

Plaza Mayor, Salamanca

The Plaza Mayor in Salamanca, Spain is a large plaza located in the center of Salamanca, used as a public square. It was built in the traditional Spanish baroque style and is a popular gathering area. It is lined by restaurants, ice cream parlors, tourist shops, jewelry stores and a pharmacy along its perimeter except in front of the city hall. It is considered the heart of Salamanca and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful plazas in Spain.

Located at 40.965, -5.66417 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Spanish architecture, Buildings and structures in Salamanca, Baroque architecture, Baroque architecture in Spain

Café Novelty

The Café Novelty (Coffeehouse Novelty) is the oldest café in the city of Salamanca, which was founded in 1905 and is situated in the main square of the city, Plaza Mayor de Salamanca. Its first owners were the García brothers. From the beginning of the Spanish Civil War to 1964 it was named Café Nacional. It was 4 times bigger than it is nowadays and it very soon became a favorite meeting place for writers, artists and politicians, due to its privileged position in the city.

Located at 40.9653, -5.66364 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
1905 establishments in Spain, Salamanca

Convento de las Dueñas

The Convento de las Dueñas is a dominican convent located in the city of Salamanca. It was built in the 15th and 16th centuries.

Located at 40.9611, -5.66355 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Salamanca, Renaissance architecture in Spain


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Salamanca, سلمنقة, Salamanko, Salamanka, Salamanque, Helmantica, Salmantica, SLM, サラマンカ, Саламанка