It was Saturday evening when the sky decided to pour a lot of tiny raindrops on the roofs and pavements of this city. The sky seemed so dark, probably because it was fully covered with thick clouds that were slowly releasing their content. I was not very happy because of this rain as it kind of ruined the last days of our journey, which in the end finished earlier than it was planned. We didn't have more dry clothes and shoes, and the very next morning, after this rainy evening walk in Salamanca (Spain) we decided to go directly home and drive 683km in one day.
The plans included one more stop, in Avila, a beautiful old Spanish city, but the bad weather literally chased us away. The day before Salamanca we were in Porto (Portugal) and the heavy rain that started there already spoiled some plans. We got very wet there, and some of our clothes could not dry so easily. My jacket got completely soaked with water and the boots I thought were waterproof turned out to be no match for the force of the Portuguese rain. Salamanca's rain was an additional hit and after it, we spent some hours with a hairdryer in our hands trying to dry trousers, jackets and footwear.
We had our accommodation by the old, Roman bridge that leads directly to the city centre. It was less than 10 minutes on foot that we needed to reach the beautiful centre, buildings, squares, churches and universities. There was still a bit of daylight when we started our evening walk, but it was already raining. Although we had umbrellas, at one moment I closed mine as I was anyway completely soaked.
I can't say that I knew a lot of things about Salamanca before we got here. I heard from my friend who was travelling with us that this is a city known for universities but I could never imagine that it would mean seeing marvellous old buildings of those same institutions in the strict city centre. She said that there is a great number of students and it gives the city a young vibe. However, a huge surprise waited for us when we started discovering street by street on that rainy evening.
The ancient buildings started to grow all around us as real giants that came to give us history lessons. About the city, knowledge, people, all those famous ones who one day studied here and those other ordinary ones who didn't make it into the books. The walls talked about those who walked here in the past and observed the same buildings as we did, and who maybe felt the cold rain one winter night.
Little street lamps appeared everywhere, compensating for the lack of daylight and making the buildings attractive. Are they the same beautiful during the day? Would we appreciate them in the same way if not lit by these lights, contrasting the darkness?
Night or day, it was not important anymore. Neither the rain was hurting after some time as I realised that it was not us who could change the circumstances. But walking there was an outstanding experience, absorbing all the beauty given to us.
Step by step, despite the cold feeling that already reached the bones we were still exploring around. The main street led us to one passage, hiding there one last gem. We just had to pass it and the Main Square of Salamanca overwhelmed us with its shine.
The rich baroque facade of the Main Square of Salamanca is the meeting point for many people who find themselves in this city as tourists, residents or students. Seeing how splendid it is, this fact can't be denied.
The rain transformed the square into a mirror. All the little lights and lamps shined from the ground too, giving a double glamour to the place. Maybe it was just an optical illusion, but the game of the shadows and lights on the wall that I was watching was worth enduring the cold rain and converting this walk into wonderful memories.
So beautiful pictures ❤️, I love take pictures in the city after raining, everything looks more vibrant , cleaning I just love it ! Now I would like to visit Salamanca too 😅
I am sure you would enjoy the city and take some splendid photos. As this place is so beautiful I said to my son that he should study here so I can have a great excuse to visit Salamanca many times :D
That's a cool deal! 🤣🤣🤣
Sometimes the rain actually falls at the time we do not expect and most likely don't want it to. In my own case I love it that it rained today here where I live . This is because the weather has been quite hot these days and very uncomfortable as the power supply is not so stable that one can use the air condition and cool off.
Well, it seems you had a great journey. Greetings to you the piano lady
Rain is good and brings good things 🌧️
But I was a bit annoyed hahahaha as it happened on our trip and I wanted to see these cities better. But as I said, it was worth walking there even I was frozen in the end 🌃
Greetings to you too @jesus-son , have a nice Saturday evening 👋
And you too dear
Great city bathed by the river Tormes.
On Saturday afternoons going for wine and pinchos in this city is a unique experience.
At the same time, the interior of the cathedral is wonderful and the cloister where they examined the professors in the foundation of the neighboring university of Salamanca.
You have made me want to go to this city again with your post.
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We didn't enter the Cathedral, I am not even sure it was open... Everything was so beautiful already and the facades awesome, I do believe the interior of all these buildings is stunning too.
Thanks for your comment @castri-ja , have a nice Sunday afternoon. Time for a short siesta now 💤👋
Yes
A siesta now after the aperitif
Happy Sunday
We had an easy lunch and short siesta and now off to nature 🍀💮🌼🌿🌲
The almond trees are blooming 🤩
I look forward to your post about it
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Impressive architecture .... Spain is on our bucket list for sure.
As regards walking in the rain .... I find this a very pleasant activity for numerous reasons... not least that you will almost certainly be the only one out for no good reason than feeling the pelting, rejuvenating water drops strike your face.
I remember that it was actually on the bucket list... the Camino de Santiago ;)
We also want to visit the whole northern part of Spain, and then again reach Portugal. Plans. It all depends on time, work, crypto, and general health... will see when all this ;)
Nicely explained about the rain 😇
I will think about not complaining when I will post about Porto and how we were almost stuck in flood hahaha.
Thanks for stopping by, hope you are doing fine. Well, I will check out now your blog and find out the news!
Disfruto considerablemente sus post. Lamento lo de su ropa mojada que hizo cambiar sus planes. Pero que belleza de fotos, que lindos lugares la lluvia les dio brillo. Que lindas las construcciones antiguas, siempre viajo por dos post a lugares de mis sueños. La España antigua se parece a La Habana, Cuba. Naturalmente porque España nos colonizó e impuso mucho de su cultura: idioma, religión, construcción, alimentos, música, poesía. En fin me encantan sus aventuras. La sigo y repaso mi inglés.
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I ♥️ the rain
Here comes a bit more then ;)
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Hahaha, ay, sé esta película 😂
You know that movie. I don't 😂
Este GIF es de una película. De esta. It's a comedy 😄
Oh! That I did saw it. Apparently I'm losing my mind cause I don't remember that scene 🥲🤪
Sorry about the drenching rains and it was a great read. The rains later transformed to glamour your experience there.
Thank you for this piece
Yes, in the end, the rain brought charm to this place and our staying. Thanks for checking out, @jjmusa2004
Beautiful pictures. ❤🙏🙌
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The rain gave a wonderful reflection of the buildings! Love it sis. ❤️🥰
Yes, I liked that reflection too... Thanks @usagidee, hope you are having a good weekend 👋
Yes I had a wonderful weekend miss @mipiano ❤️😍
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I saw mom really enjoying the beauty of the square which is now raining, indeed the atmosphere is very cool and looks beautiful I also enjoy the good reflection
Many people were under the closed area, in the passages. There are shops, bars, bars and a lot of youngsters that enjoyed Saturday evening. Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Thank you so much back glad mom replied
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Your pictures are so beautiful
Thanks!