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Ledesma still preserves a large part of the granite stone wall that has historically surrounded the entire town. Most of what remains today was built during the reign of Ferdinand II of León in the 12th century, although several sections were renovated in the 15th century with well-hewn stonework.

What to see in Miranda del Castañar Medieval Walls: Over 600 meters remain intact, with four gates facing the cardinal directions: San Ginés, Nuestra Señora, La Villa, and El Postigo. Zúñiga Castle: A 15th-century fortress, symbol of the former County of Miranda. Although the interior is not open to the public, its exterior and keep are impressive. Square Bullring: Considered one of the oldest in Spain, built in the 16th century on the site of the former parade ground. Church of Santiago and San Ginés: Gothic in style (13th-16th centuries), with a detached 17th-century bell tower. Houses with Coats of Arms: More than 80 noble coats of arms adorn the facades, reflecting the town's aristocratic past.

Miranda del Castañar, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, is located in the Sierra de Francia (Salamanca): Founded in 1213 by Alfonso IX of León as a town and council, it was the administrative capital of the Sierra de Francia. In the 15th century, the County of Miranda was created under the control of the Zúñiga family, consolidating its strategic importance.

What to see in Montemayor del Río San Vicente Castle A 13th-century fortress, renovated in the 14th and 15th centuries. Today it houses the Medieval Interpretation Center and a restaurant recommended by the MICHELIN Guide. From its tower, you can see the historical routes and the Cuerpo de Hombre River valley. Church of Our Lady of the Assumption A 13th-century Romanesque-Gothic church with figured corbels and a 16th-century tower. Main Square The town's central hub, featuring stately homes, the Royal Prison, and a fountain with a 16th-century pillory. Walls and cobbled streets Mountain architecture with timber framing, similar to Candelario and villages in the Sierra de Francia. Hermitage of San Antonio (17th century) and Stone Bridge (1700) over the Cuerpo de Hombre River.

One of the most beautiful and least known villages in the Sierra de Béjar, declared a Historic-Artistic Site in 1982:

The Alcázar Gate in Ciudad Rodrigo is one of the historic entrances to the city walls and has great heritage and scenic value. It was opened in 1507 by Antonio del Águila, warden of the Alcázar, when he built the defensive barrier in that area. It is located next to the Castle of Henry II of Trastámara, in the section of the wall facing the Águeda River, known as the Battery, due to the cannons that were once installed there.

The Plaza Mayor of Ciudad Rodrigo is the historical and social heart of the city, with a rich history that reflects its importance as an urban center: Since the Middle Ages, the Plaza Mayor has been the hub of public life: markets, proclamations, and council meetings were held there in the cloister of the former Church of San Juan. In the 16th century, public butcher shops were built, and it became a consolidated space for commercial and festive activities. Until then, the square was home to the Three Roman Columns, a vestige of the ancient Miróbriga, which had been a symbol of the city since the 13th century. In 1580, the square was expanded, incorporating the space that once housed the old prison and the Audiencia (Courthouse). It even had corridors for watching bullfights, a tradition that continues during carnivals.

The Puerta del Alcázar is one of the ancient access gates to the walled enclosure of Ciudad Rodrigo. This gate, along with others such as the Puerta del Sol and the Puerta de Santiago, was part of the city's defensive system.