I’m finally back from Ibiza, and being a bit of a lazy blogger. My brain is still struggling with post-Ibiza withdrawals. Every morning this week, it’s wailed “But what do you mean, we’re going to the office instead of heading to the beach with a glass of cava? I’m sorry, there’s not a party at your office, is there? Right. Turn around, we’re going to the beach instead!”Â
And of course, after a week of partying on the beach in a bikini, my immune system is shot. Between being sick and feeling cross about not being at a party, my ganas to do anything except stay in bed have disappeared. (Unless, of course, you happen to be hosting a foam party tonight. I might crawl out of my covers for that).
Anyway. Here’s my regular Where in Spain Wednesday post in an attempt to make my little cerebro get back to work. Let’s go to…Salamanca!
Salamanca has one of the most beautiful Plaza Mayors that I’ve seen in Spain. It’s also one of the biggest. The special golden stones change colors throughout the day, and are part of the reason Salamanca’s nickname is La Ciudad Dorada – the Golden City.
Although the Plaza Mayor is beautiful, there’s an ugly piece of Spain’s history on the walls. Lining the sides of the plaza are stone portraits of rulers and important figures in Spain, and that includes dictator Franco. References to him have mostly been destroyed, but this one is still there.
Anyway, that’s enough history for my brain. It’s time for another sleep sesh. Buenas noches, everyone!
Besos!
-Jess
Good luck with the party recovery! I remember feeling similarly the week prior to and after college graduation. Senior week was just a blur of parties and then my friends and I spent a week on the beach in North Carolina at a friend’s condo and pretty much drank beer/wine and lounged on the beach every day. It was weird to go back to “normal” after that.
And Salamanca is just a gorgeous city, no two ways about it. 🙂
Salamanca is on my list for later this year.
I wish you a swift recovery, Jess 🙂
Thanks, Marianne! 🙂
I think you’ll really enjoy Salamanca. Are you seeing anything else in that area? Segovia is gorgeous too.
Yes, Segovia and Avila as well 🙂
Ooh I did the same trip! It’s a beautiful route. Can’t wait to hear what you think of it!
I love Salamanca, its buildings, the students, the atmosphere of knowledge and culture…
Me too, it’s one of my favorite places in Spain by far.
I went to Salamanca this past puente and loved it! Ibiza is definitely on my list, the only question is when.
Haha doooo it! 🙂 Ibiza is a ton of fun and totally gorgeous too.
I LOVE Salamanca… Honestly, it’s the place I’ve partied the hardest in Spain (uhm, 11am… worrying. I know!). Such good memories from the city – I really want to go back soon!
Haha I’ve done the 11 a.m. thing too, so you’re in good company (or at least company haha). I didn’t party that hard in Salamanca though…perhaps another trip is in order? 🙂
…Oi–I wish I was back there already!!!!…I spent this semester in Salamanca, and I always walked through the Plaza on my way to class…I miss its splendid glow at night–but I KNOW I’ll return someday, :-)…
YES, I love how it lights up at night! I hope you get to go back soon. 🙂
Salamanca looks beautiful! Thanks for sharing. Hope you recover quickly from Ibiza. 🙂
It is suuuch a pretty little city! Definitely one of my favorite Spanish places.
I remember writing an essay on Salamanca for my Spanish class at the university. I couldn’t take my eyes of the churches and museums, so beautiful! Never been there,but hope to finally visit it this summer. Beautiful photo 🙂 P.S. I’m also a bit lazy after coming back to China from Macau, know the feeling 🙂
It’s sooo beautiful in person! Haha I’ve been back for a month and I’m still feeling residually lazy…must work on that. 😉
Agree the Plaza Mayor at Salamanca is one of the best I’ve seen. Have a look at https://travelrat.wordpress.com/2010/01/11/say-cheese-youve-pulled/
Ooh what a fun article! Thanks for sharing.