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Like many places in the Castile region of Spain, León is a rich mixture of the sober ancient world and modern cosmopolitan society a spectacular place for your destination wedding in Spain. A wealthy and prestigious university town, it is built on the remains of several cultures. The Romans first established camp here on the banks of the Bernesga River in AD 70. Walls containing their old city can still be seen by shoppers in the city centre as they wend their way through the old twisting alleys brightened by chic boutiques and bars.
On Wednesdays and Saturdays the Plaza Mayor is alive with the commerce of local farmers at market selling vegetables and cheeses. In the evenings the 12th century Plaza San Martin fills with students and visitors coming to drink wine and savour tapas at the many bars. Standing proud over this moveable feast is the soaring Gothic cathedral, its many stain-glass windows glinting in the rich hue of a Castilian sunset.
Getting married in Spain you too can become a part of the colourful culture of Leon. Bring the old world solemnity of marriage vows with the joyous, light-hearted celebrations of your wedding reception in León. You might even choose to feast on the local specialities like roasted red peppers and candied chestnuts at the former home of knights of the Order of St James – the old monastery of San Marcos. The five star Parador has achieved the impossible and turned what seems a contradiction in terms, medieval luxury, into a reality.
There are plenty of interesting sights to share with your wedding guests like the Panteon de los Reyes (Royal Pantheon),described as the Sistine Chapel of Romanesque art and then to the cathedral museum where you can admire the 125 stained glass windows. As well as the Casa de Botines designed by Catalan Antoni Gaudi, just a little piece of Barcelona, all of this to help make memories of your destination wedding in León.
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