Alcalá de Henares, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Spain, is a historic city renowned for its rich cultural and intellectual legacy. It is the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes, author of Don Quixote, and home to one of Europe’s oldest universities, founded in 1293 by Cardinal Cisneros. The city’s well-preserved architecture, including its Renaissance and Baroque buildings, reflects its significance as a center of learning and religion during the Spanish Golden Age. Today, it stands as a testament to Spain’s contributions to literature, education, and history.

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