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Santillana del Mar is located on Cantabria’s west coast and is one of the region’s most important cultural treasures alongside the Cave of Atlamira. The entire town is a living museum of a medieval village that was built around the Santa Juliana collegiate church between the 14th and 18th centuries, making it an incredibly enjoyable trip for history lovers. Santillana del Mar can only be explored on foot, but with the area being so small, this is the best way to navigate the city.
Walk north through Santillana del Mar to discover gems along Santo Domingo Street or spend an afternoon people-watching in Ramon Pelayo square. Admirers of religious architecture will also enjoy a trip to the “Colegiata”, the most significant religious monument in the Cantabria region.
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