Escuelas Mayores de Salamanca

Escuelas Mayores de la Universidad de Salamanca - Façade. Fachada de la Universidad. "Of more importance is the Universidad, or Escuelas Mayores, on the E. side of the plaza. The university was originally built in an unassuming style in 1415-33. About 1480, however, the upper part was entirely rebuilt by the 'Catholic Kings'. The later W. Façade is profusely adorned with armorial bearings, busts, and other ornaments. Above the central jamb of the doorway are half-figures of Ferdinand and Isabella, enclosed in a frame with a Greek inscription. Higher up is a good relief of the Pope distributing privileges".--Baedeker 1913 IMG_8231