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Universidad de Valladolid (UVA)

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the University of Ba-ya-do-leed, an institution that stands as a bastion of wisdom and culture in the heart of Castile. Founded in the thirteenth century, it is one of the oldest universities in Spain and the world. …

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  2. 2The Baroque Facade of the Law School

    Standing before the historic Law School in the Plaza de la Universidad, you are greeted by one of the most magnificent Baroque facades in Spain. Designed in the early eighteenth century by the Car-mel-ite friar Pedro de la…

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  3. 3The Legend of the Lions

    In front of the Law School facade, you will find a series of stone columns topped with sculptures of lions. These 'Lions of the University' are at the heart of one of Ba-ya-do-leed’s most enduring urban legends. …

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  4. 4Palace of Santa Cruz — The First Renaissance Building

    A short walk from the Law School brings you to the Palace of Santa Cruz, a building of immense historical significance. Constructed at the end of the fifteenth century, it is recognized as the first example of Renaissance…

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  5. 5The Historic Library — A Treasure Trove of Wisdom

    Within the Palace of Santa Cruz lies one of the university’s most precious assets: its historic library. This incomparable monument, dating back to the eighteenth century, houses a vast collection of ancient manuscripts,…

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  6. 6Plaza de la Universidad and Cervantes

    The square in front of the Law School, the Plaza de la Universidad, is a central meeting point for both students and locals. In the center of the square stands a statue of Miguel de Cervantes, the author of Don Quixote. …

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  7. 7The Modern University — Innovation and Research

    As we conclude our tour of the historic university sites, it is important to acknowledge the modern face of the institution. While the university is deeply rooted in history, it is also a leader in cutting-edge research and…

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  8. 8Closing

    Our journey through the University of Ba-ya-do-leed has taken us from the Baroque splendors of the Law School to the Renaissance elegance of the Palace of Santa Cruz, and finally to the vibrant world of modern research. We have…

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What is Universidad de Valladolid (UVA)?

Universidad de Valladolid (UVA) is a place in Spain with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationSpain
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates41.6570, -4.7145
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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