Attractions and Places To See around Encinillas - Top 20

Information about the “Acueducto de Segovia” and many more photos can be found in the corresponding hiking highlight at => https://www.komoot.com/de-de/highlight/4225055

Fantastic construction, it impressed me as much as the first time I saw it as a child.

In the main square itself.

The trip, the gardens, and the building itself are worth it.

This church, which is dedicated to the Holy Cross (Latin “Santa Croce” / Spanish “Santa Cruz”), draws its patronage from the cross on which Jesus Christ died. The veneration of the Holy Cross goes back to a large extent to Saint Helena, who was the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great (who recognized Christianity as a religion after his victory at the “Milvian Bridge” in front of Rome and in the year 312 for a long time the persecution ended with the “tolerance edict” of Milan). In the early fourth century she undertook a pilgrimage to the Holy Land (Israel / Palestine) and from there brought numerous relics with her to Europe, including the “True Cross” (“VERA CRUZ”) on which Jesus Christ was crucified. Helena is therefore often depicted with a cross as an attribute. The church celebrates the festival of the discovery, public presentation and veneration of the Holy Cross – called “Exaltation of the Cross” – on September 14th.

The patronage of this episcopal church (cathedral) "Nuestra Señora de La Asunción" (sometimes also called "Santa Maria Asunción", in German-speaking countries it is called "Mariä Himmelfahrt") refers to one of the many memorial or feast days in honor of the Mother of God Mary in the church year. It goes back to the feast of her bodily assumption into heaven, which the (Catholic) Church celebrates annually on August 15th. In Orthodox churches, the feast is celebrated under the name "Maria Entschläfung". In more rural areas, it is part of local custom - depending on the region - that on this day bundles of herbs are collected by the population and blessed in the festive service.

The Cathedral of Segovia is a historical heritage of Spain and an asset of cultural interest. This majestic cathedral, located in the city of Segovia, is a stunning testament to Gothic architecture and a gem that attracts visitors from all over the world.

The Segovia Aqueduct is an impressive architectural structure that dates back to the 1st century AD. C. and was built by the Romans during the occupation of Hispania. Its main function was to supply water to the city of Segovia, transporting it from the mountains to the urban center. The aqueduct carries the waters of the Fuenfría spring, located in the mountains about 17 kilometers from the city, to the center of Segovia. The water is collected in a cistern called El Caserón and then taken through an ashlar canal to a second tower known as Casa de Aguas. After traveling more than 15 km, you arrive at the city. The Segovia Aqueduct is a heraldic symbol of the city and one of the most impressive works that the Romans left in their vast empire. If you ever have the opportunity to visit, I recommend that you do so. It's really amazing! 😊🏛️