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Study in Alcala
City in Spain
About Alcala
Alcala is a city situated in the province of Madrid, with a population of around 200,000 people. It is known for being the city of Cervantes, one of the world's most famous writers.
In this city you can find the stunning University of Alcala de Henares known for its historic value and its unrivaled beauty, located in buildings of the old town that date back to the 16th century. Among them is the paraninfo, a hall where the King of Spain presents the Cervantes Prize for literature every year.
A city that is full of entertainment with its five theaters, where a large number of plays and shows are performed for all audiences, its seven large shopping malls, as well as its Books Fairs and Markets.
A perfect location if you are looking for a city that combines all the advantages of being in the capital of Spain but with the security and practicability of a small city, a perfect environment to study and have fun.
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- - Pope Francis studied in Alcala
- - The celebration of Holy Week in Alcala was declared a Festival of National Tourist Interest in 2004
- - The city's name comes from the Arabic "Al-Qala-Nahar" meaning "fortress over the Henares".
- - Cervantes Birthplace Museum
- - Plaza Cervantes
- - Laredo Palace
- - Casa Natal de Cervantes
- - Museo Arqueologico Regional
- - Museo de Escultura al Aire Libre
- - La Fidula
- - Casa Patas
- - La Coquette
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