Monument · Spain · Castile and León
Walls of Avila
A complete medieval ring of granite walls with dozens of towers around a historic town.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Walls of Avila matters
Avila's walls are among the best-preserved medieval fortifications in Europe, a complete ring of granite with dozens of towers and several gates. You can walk along part of the top. It's also the birthplace town of St Teresa. Come in the evening when the walls glow.
Talking points
- The wall circles the whole old town.
- Part of the wall walk is open to visitors.
- The old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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