š° LeĆ³n: A Timeless Gem of Spain š
Founded during the Roman Empire, LeĆ³n served as the capital of the medieval Kingdom of LeĆ³n (one of the four kingdoms that formed Spain) and a key stop on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.š Nestled in northwest Spainās Castilla y LeĆ³n autonomous region, it borders Asturias and Galicia. šø Highlights: Basilica de San Isidoro šļøāOne of Spainās most important Romanesque buildings, its current structure dates back to the 11th century, built atop a former Roman temple of Mercury ā”. Charming streetscapes of LeĆ³nās Old Town š®š. The iconic lion crest symbolizing the Kingdom of LeĆ³n and the city itself š¦. LeĆ³n Cathedral āŖāA masterpiece of Gothic architecture (construction began in the 13th century). Casa Botines āAn early work by Antoni GaudĆ, showcasing his signature style! #HistoryBuff #UKStudentsAbroad #EuropeanAdventures šŖšøāØ
