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Avila
is
located
110km
northwest
of
Madrid
and
67km
southwest
of
Segovia.
The
ancient
city
is
surrounded
by
well
preserved
11th
century
walls
which
are
amongst
the
most
important
in
Europe.
The
city
has
been
declared
a
national
landmark
and
also
offers
several
important
churches,
palaces
and a
fortified
cathedral.
Idealspain have visited Avila several times, the latest being in September 2010. |
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You
will
find
the
tourist
office
near
the
cathedral.
Here
you
can
collect
a city
map.
The
walls
average
33
feet
in
height
and
are
built
on
Roman
foundations.
They
have
88
semicircular
towers
and
two
gateways.
They
stretch
over
2km.
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Video of Avila
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The cathedral was
built
in
1099
and
combines
many
influences
in its
design.
It is
described
as a
cold,
austere
cathedral
and
fortress.
It is
without
doubt
worthy
of a
visit
as is
the
museum
within. |
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There
are
also
several
Basilicas
and
Convents
worthy
of a
visit
in
Ávila.
A
great
way to
get
around
and
see
the
sights
is the
tourist
train,
pictured
left.
It
costs
around
3
euros.
You
will
find
ample
accommodation
within
the
city
or try
one of
the
rural
hotels
and
houses
in the
area. |
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You
will
also
find a
good
selection
of
quality
shops
in
Avila.
The
streets
are
pleasant
and
safe
to
walk.
You
will
find
quality
restaurants
and a
good
selection
of
Tapas
bars.
The
food
in
this
area
is
wonderful. |
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| Tourist Information, Avila |
920 211 387 |
| Tourist Information, regional |
915 780 324 |
| Library, Avila |
920 212 132 |
| Emergencies in Avila |
112 |
| National Police, Avila |
920 251 000 - Emergencies 091 |
| Local Police, Avila |
920 352 424 - Emergencies 092 |
| Guardia Civil, Avila |
920 224 400 - Emergencies 062 |
| Provincial Hospital |
920 357 200 |
| Town Hall |
920 354 000 |
| Post Office, Avila |
920 353 106 |
| Fire Brigade, Avila |
920 211 080 - Emergencies 080 |
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| Museum of Avila |
920 211 003 |
| Museo Policial |
920 353 200 |
| Convent Museum |
920 220 708 |
| Monastery Museum |
920 211 212 |
| Cathedral Museum |
920 211 641 |
| Museum of Original Art |
920 220 400 |
| Cines Tomas Luis de Victoria |
920 211 021 |
| Cines Estrella |
920 219 060 |
| Sports Centre, Avila |
920 223 843 |
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| Train Station, Avila |
902 240 202 |
| Bus Station, Avila |
920 220 154 |
| Avilabus (Urban) |
920 252 411 |
| Avila Tours Agency |
920 211 039 |
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