The Archaeological Park of Cerro de San Vicente holds in its depths ancestral secrets that whisper the history of Salamanca’s origin. It was described as a true “paradise” as it contained everything its first inhabitants could desire. An elevated place, with spectacular views that benefited its defense, close to the river, and with important natural resources. Excavations here have unearthed fascinating details about the first communities that inhabited the area. Thanks to archaeology, we have been able to glimpse their dwellings, better understand their ways of life, and discover their belief systems and worship practices. This site not only connects us with the origins of Salamanca but also allows us to appreciate the evolution of its first settlements.

At Cerro de San Vicente, legends come to life, murmuring the echoes of the ancient inhabitants of this archaeological site. From the top, where pre-Roman defensive structures offer panoramic views, one perceives a Salamanca that breathes stories of conquests and reconquests. There we discover the Early Iron Age and the Soto de Medinilla Culture. The slopes of the hill, dressed with flora that make it a true botanical garden, complement this site, with its paths like lines connecting points on a stellar map, inviting one to get lost among its archaeological mysteries.

Cerro de San Vicente is not only a witness to the origins of Salamanca but also a point of connection between different eras. Here, the first monastery of Salamanca and its gardens speak to us of monastic life and its evolution over time. This monastery later became a convent and then an important college of the Benedictines. It is living history that perfectly links with the archaeological findings, offering a continuous narrative that spans from the first communities to the religious educational institutions of the Middle Ages.