Segovia

Segovia is the capital of the Spanish province, Castilla and Leon, and is located about 100 kilometers north of Madrid. It is the perfect place to head for a day trip with easy transport via bus or high-speed train.

Segovia is a very old city with heavy Roman influence. It is home to an aqueduct that dates back to late first and early second century (whoa that is old). The aqueduct carried water 10 miles from the Frio River to the center of Segovia. It’s the most well preserved Roman structure on the Iberian Peninsula.

Segovia is also home to the Alcazar, a fortress and royal palace, which was Walt Disney’s inspiration for the Royal Palace in Disney Land. BEAUTIFUL!

A well know Segovian specialty is Cochinillo, a roasted baby suckling pig. In ever restaurant in the entire town you see advertisement for the cochinillo menu of the day, along with displays of a dish of en entire baby big. Unfortunately I had to pass and didn’t try the typical dish, those pigs were too damn cute, but I hear that it is delicious. I opted for some delicious little cookies instead.