🇪🇸 Hidden Gem Day Trip |📍 Zamora, Spain

Zamora – My hometown in Spain, a medieval treasure in Castilla y León! 🚍 How to Get There: 🚗 By Car: ~2.5h from Madrid via A6 highway (toll: ~€12.25, or take scenic mountain roads). 🚄 By Train (Best Option!): Alvia fast train (1h25min, from Madrid Chamartín to Vigo, stops in Zamora). Pro tip: Book early for €18.10 deals! 🚌 By Bus: ~3h (€27), but not recommended since the fast train opened. 🏰 Why Visit Zamora? "Museum of Romanesque Art" 🏛️: 24 (!) Romanesque churches (12th–13th century)—most in Europe! Peaceful & Walkable: Stroll along the Duero River (Spain’s iconic waterway to Portugal) or explore the ancient castle ruins. Legends Live Here: Hear tales of Queen Urraca I ("Empress of All Spain") and El Cid, Spain’s national hero. 🍖 Foodie Musts: Zamora Cheese 🧀 – Creamy, sharp, perfect with wine. Cured Chorizo 🌶️ – Smoky, spicy, pure Castilian flavor. ✨ Special Event: Semana Santa (Holy Week) ✝️: Declared a "Festival of International Tourist Interest" since 1974. Zamora’s most vibrant time—processions, music, and history come alive! #Zamora #Spain #HiddenSpain #MedievalMagic #CastillaLeon #SlowTravel