Originally founded as the capital of a small Moorish kingdom in the 10th century, Albarracín remains one of the most perfectly preserved medieval towns in Spain. The town"s narrow, winding streets, centuries-old architecture, and dramatic defensive walls were all constructed with the pink-hued gypsum found throughout the region. Aside from its historical charms, Albarracín is also a popular destination for rock climbers who come to scale the red boulders and cliff faces outside the village"s fortress walls.
A medieval Moorish gem
Today in History
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Ludwig’s palace
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Balloons and camels are two ways to catch a ride here
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Pont Rouge
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Tigh Mor Trossachs on Loch Achray, Scotland
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Tigh Mor Trossachs on Loch Achray, Scotland
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Tigh Mor Trossachs on Loch Achray, Scotland
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Playa del Silencio, Spain
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US Election Day
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Peña Roya beech forest, Moncayo Natural Park, Aragon, Spain
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Happy St. Patricks Day!
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The tallest animal in the world on the longest day of the year
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New Year s Eve in Sydney, Australia
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Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
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Women s suffrage at 100
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St. Patricks Day
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The globe skimmers return
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