Plaza de Espana
by Maria Coulson
Title
Plaza de Espana
Artist
Maria Coulson
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Plaza de Espana in Cadiz, commemorating the Spanish Constitution of 1812. Cadiz is a city and port in southwestern Spain. It is the capital of Cadiz province, one of eight that make up the autonomous community of Andalusia.
Cadiz, the oldest continuously-inhabited city in Spain and one of the oldest in western Europe has been a principal home port of the Spanish Navy since the accession of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century. The city is a member of the Most Ancient European Towns Network. It is also the site of the University of Cadiz.
Despite its unique site, on a narrow slice of land surrounded by the sea Cadiz is, in most respects, a typically Andalusian city with a wealth of attractive vistas and well-preserved historical landmarks. The older part of Cadiz within the remnants of the city walls is commonly referred to as the Old Town. Its street plan consists of narrow winding alleys connecting large plazas, newer areas of Cadiz typically have wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks where exotic plants flourish, including giant trees supposedly brought to Spain by Columbus from the New World.
Proceeds from the sale of this photograph goes to help orphaned and abandoned children in Colombia South America.
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November 23rd, 2014
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