• Alcala de Henares

A town rich with Medieval architecture and archaeology, 35 km northeast of Madrid. Visit the famous Medieval Plaza de Cervantes, and stroll the surrounding winding cobbled streets to enjoy the old buildings part of the Mooris, Jewish and Christian quarters. Walk the picturesque Calle del Cardenal Cisneros connecting the Madrid city Gate, through the highly preserved Calle Mayor, to the old city center, while admiring the spectacular architecture on the way. Visit the 16th century Cervantes Birthplace Museum, and the Gothic Magisterial Cathedral for its historic value and unrivaled beauty. If time allows, visit the 16th century Renaissance University, and the 19th century Laredo Palace, representing an architectural mix of Roman, Moorish, Gothic and Modern styles.

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People walking through the streets of Alcala de Henares, near Madrid, Spain

Exterior view of Sagradas Formas chapel in Alcalá de Henares, near Madrid, Spain

View of the courtyard at the University of Alcala, Alcala de Henares, Spain. The University is famous for its annual presentation of the prestigious Cervantes Prize