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Castilla–La Mancha or Castile–La Mancha) is an autonomous community of Spain. Comprised by the provinces of Albacete, Ciudad Real, Cuenca, Guadalajara and Toledo, it was created in 1982. It is bordered by Castile and León, Madrid, Aragon, Valencia, Murcia, Andalusia, and Extremadura. It is one of the most sparsely populated of Spain's regions. Albacete is the largest and most populous city. Its capital city is Toledo, and its judicial capital city is Albacete.
Castilla–La Mancha was formerly grouped with the province of Madrid into New Castile (Castilla la Nueva), but with the advent of the modern Spanish system of autonomous regions (Estado de las autonomías), it was separated due to great demographic disparity between the capital and the remaining New-Castilian provinces. Also, distinct from the former New Castile, Castilla–La Mancha added the province of Albacete, which had been part of Murcia; adding Albacete placed all of the historic region of La Mancha within this single region.
It is mostly in this region where the story of the famous Spanish novel Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes is situated, due to which La Mancha is internationally well-known. Although La Mancha is a windswept, battered plateau, it remains a symbol of Spanish culture with its vineyards, sunflowers, mushrooms, olive plantations, windmills, Manchego cheese, and Don Quixote.
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Seen in the Castilian city of Segovia, Spain. I thought it was very innovative to be able to set up tables outside after all, even if the "ground conditions" don't really allow it :-).
Modern recreation of an antique control clock (probably for a bell tower) -
Hotel Boutique Adolpho, Toledo, Castile–La Mancha, España
Overlooking Middle Falls from the Gorge Trail in Letchworth State Park near Castile, New York on Saturday, August 10, 2019.
Finishing off this week of summer from Letchworth State Park with a closer look at Middle Falls which kicked off this week.
Letchworth State Park, Castile, New York
This view takes in the Middle Falls and Upper Falls on the Genesee River. We had light snow throughout our visit and saw no other people.
Returning after three years to enjoy this view again from Inspiration Point of Middle Falls and the Genesee Arch Bridge in Letchworth State Park near Castile, New York on Sunday, August 7, 2020.
Several online sources say the tomb at right is Urraca of Castile, the mother-in-law of Beatriz and a predecessor as Queen of Portugal. In fact, this sarcophagus clearly says "Beatrix" and the year "1304," the year after she died. So it's undoubtedly Beatriz and not Urraca (who died in 1220).
Castillo Almonacid de Toledo: Moorish castle; first attested 848 CE, with some 14th century reinforcements.
Letchworth State Park Gorge, Castile, NY
Camera: Minolta Dynax 9
Lens: Carl Zeiss Planar 50mm F1.4
Film: Kodak Elitechrome 200 Exp: 04/2000
Processing: AgXImaging.com
In Catedral de Santa María de la Sede, the Cathedral of Seville, the largest Gothic cathedral and the third-largest church in the world. The cathedral was completed in the 16th century and hosts the burial site of Christopher Columbus.
Ferdinand III of Castile was king from 1199 to 1252, first of Castile, then Leon and finally Galicia. He was one of the first kings to unite the Middle Age kingdoms. He was canonized in 1671 and became Saint Ferdinand (San Fernando) or Ferdinand the Saint (Fernando el Santo). (Wikipedia)
Panoramic view of Toledo, Spain, showcasing its ancient architecture. The skyline features the towering Toledo Cathedral and various historical buildings with beige and earthy-toned facades. Narrow, winding streets weave through the densely packed cityscape. In the foreground, trees and green spaces contrast with the stone and brick structures. Rolling hills and a slightly overcast sky complete the backdrop, highlighting the city's blend of medieval charm and natural beauty.
Home to Richard Neville Earl of Warwick ( the King Maker) and Richard 3rd of England. Power house of the North during the War. Of the Roses
Permian, West Texas Delaware Basin, from a carbonate depositional environments field trip led by Lon Jacka of Texas Tech in about 1982. Alternating white gypsum and gray limestone.
Field of view is just over 1" square.
Candidate for Macro Mondays Layer
Probably any current of former sedimentary geologist has quite a few layered rocks lying around to photograph. I chose 3 for this project, but there were easily a dozen more to consider.
The Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba is the cathedral of the Diocese of Córdoba dedicated to the Assumption of Mary and located in the Spanish region of Andalusia. Due to its status as a former mosque, it is also known as the Mezquita.
In 1236 Córdoba was conquered by King Ferdinand III of Castile as part of the Reconquista. Upon the city's conquest the mosque was converted into a Catholic cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary (Santa Maria).
This is a UNESCO world heritage site
Lower Falls in HDR at Letchworth State Park near Castile, New York on Saturday, August 10, 2019.
There are three waterfalls along the gorge in the park: Upper, Middle and Lower Falls. Lower Falls is a bit of a hike to get to and can be muddy going but worth the effort.
A pair of NYSW SD70M's lead intermodal train 257 at Castile, NY on July 11, 1998. That blimp shaped balloon above 4052 is a promo for the lumber yard.
Toledo, Castilla-La Mancha, España.
Toledo es un municipio y ciudad española, capital de la provincia homónima, en la comunidad autónoma de Castilla-La Mancha. Con una población de 86 070 habitantes (INE 2023), se trata del tercer municipio más poblado de la región. El casco histórico está situado en la margen derecha del Tajo, en una colina rodeada por un pronunciado meandro. El término municipal incluye dos barrios muy separados del núcleo principal: el de Azucaica, en la orilla derecha del río, y el de Santa María de Benquerencia, situado prácticamente enfrente del anterior en la margen izquierda.
La ciudad fue un importante centro carpetano hasta la conquista romana en 193 a. C. Tras las invasiones germánicas, Toledo se convertiría en capital del Reino visigodo y, posteriormente, en su principal sede eclesiástica. En el año 711, Toledo fue conquistada por los musulmanes, cuyo dominio finalizó con la toma de la ciudad en 1085 por Alfonso VI. Es conocida como «la ciudad imperial» por haber sido la sede principal de la corte de Carlos I y también como «la ciudad de las tres culturas», por haber estado poblada durante siglos por cristianos, judíos y musulmanes. En el siglo XVI tuvieron lugar la guerra de las Comunidades de Castilla y el traslado en 1561 de la corte a Madrid, tras el cual la ciudad entró en decadencia, acentuada por la crisis económica del momento. Ya en época contemporánea, se recuerda el asedio y defensa del alcázar durante la guerra civil. En 1983, Toledo pasó a ser sede de las Cortes regionales y de la Junta de Comunidades de Castilla-La Mancha y en 1986 su casco histórico fue declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad.
En la actualidad la gran mayoría de la población se dedica al sector servicios, existiendo tradición local en la fabricación de espadas. Una línea de ferrocarril Avant conecta Toledo y Madrid en 33 minutos. Cuenta con diversas infraestructuras sanitarias, incluido el Hospital Nacional de Parapléjicos, y con la presencia de la Academia de Infantería.
Toledo is a Spanish municipality and city, capital of the province of the same name, in the autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha. With a population of 86,070 inhabitants (INE 2023), it is the third most populated municipality in the region. The historic centre is located on the right bank of the Tagus, on a hill surrounded by a pronounced meander. The municipal area includes two neighbourhoods very separate from the main centre: Azucaica, on the right bank of the river, and Santa María de Benquerencia, located practically opposite the former on the left bank.
The city was an important Carpetanian centre until the Roman conquest in 193 BC. After the Germanic invasions, Toledo would become the capital of the Visigoth Kingdom and, later, its main ecclesiastical seat. In 711, Toledo was conquered by the Muslims, whose rule ended with the capture of the city in 1085 by Alfonso VI. It is known as "the imperial city" for having been the main seat of the court of Charles I and also as "the city of the three cultures", for having been populated for centuries by Christians, Jews and Muslims. In the 16th century the War of the Communities of Castile took place and in 1561 the court was moved to Madrid, after which the city fell into decline, accentuated by the economic crisis of the time. In contemporary times, the siege and defence of the Alcázar during the civil war is remembered. In 1983, Toledo became the seat of the regional Courts and the Junta de Comunidades de Castilla-La Mancha and in 1986 its historic centre was declared a World Heritage Site.
Currently, the vast majority of the population is dedicated to the service sector, with a local tradition of sword-making. An Avant railway line connects Toledo and Madrid in 33 minutes. It has various health infrastructures, including the National Hospital for Paraplegics, and the presence of the Infantry Academy.
Salamanca, in northwestern Spain, is the capital of Salamanca province, part of the Castile and León region. Known throughout Spain as "The Golden City" because of its honey-coloured sandstone. With a history dating back to the Celtic era, it’s known for its ornate sandstone architecture and for the Universidad de Salamanca. Founded in the 1134 and a key intellectual center in the 15th-16th centuries, the university continues to add to the city’s vibrancy with its international student population.
The University of Salamanca is the third-oldest university in Europe, after those of Bologna and Oxford.
Plaza Mayor, Salamanca, is a magnificent 18th-century town square which was built to host epic bullfights, the last of which was held in 1992.
Here, in the evening, the plaza is bustling with students.
#16 on Explore, 16th of November, 2024
On a dark and somewhat dismal day, a woman braves the showers at an overlook. Letchworth State Park, Castile, New York. Renowned as the "Grand Canyon of the East," is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs--as high as 600 feet in some places--surrounded by lush forests. Hikers can choose among 66 miles of hiking trails. Trails are also available for horseback riding, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. Letchworth offers nature, history and performing arts programs, guided walks, tours, a summer lecture series, whitewater rafting, kayaking, a pool for swimming and hot air ballooning.
Parque Regional Montaña de Riaño y Mampodre, Castile and León, Spain
Deep in the Cantabrian Mountain range in Spain’s far north are the Leónese Fjords. The area resembles the landscapes of Norway or Chilean Patagonia, with valleys full of water lapping against steep mountain edges. But its beauty belies a tragic and controversial past: in the 1980s, the Esla river valley was flooded by the Spanish government to create a reservoir, forever submerging nine historic villages and displacing their inhabitants, against their will. The profound sense of loss and anger remains to this day and the new settlement of Riaño has a sterile and soulless atmosphere, despite its incredible scenery. The view from atop Pico Gilbo (1679m), seen here, is a breathtaking yet bittersweet symphony of nature forged amidst the tragedy of the lost labours of generations of villagers. What price beauty and the greater good?
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Parque Regional Montaña de Riaño y Mampodre, Castile and León, Spain
Deep in the Cantabrian Mountain range in Spain’s far north are the Leónese Fjords. The area resembles the landscapes of Norway or Chilean Patagonia, with valleys full of water lapping against steep mountain edges. But its beauty belies a tragic and controversial past: in the 1980s, the Esla river valley was flooded by the Spanish government to create a reservoir, forever submerging nine historic villages and displacing their inhabitants, against their will. The profound sense of loss and anger remains to this day and the new settlement of Riaño has a sterile and soulless atmosphere, despite its incredible scenery.
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