Spain - University and Historic Precinct of Alcalá de Henares

"Founded by Cardinal Jiménez de Cisneros in the early 16th century, Alcalá de Henares was the world's first planned university city. It was the original model for the Civitas Dei (City of God), the ideal urban community which Spanish missionaries brought to the Americas. It also served as a model for universities in Europe and elsewhere." 

Source: UNESCO World Heritage

The main building has 3 courtyards. Thanks to Samuel of Spain who studied here before and bought this postcard at the university. Muchas gracias.



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