Salamanca is a municipality and city located in the autonomous community of Castile and León in Spain. It serves as the capital of the Province of Salamanca and is situated on the northern half of the Meseta Central in the western-central part of the Iberian Peninsula, straddling the Tormes river.
The city is notable for its historical significance and educational heritage. The University of Salamanca, founded in 1218, is recognized as one of the oldest universities in Western Europe. Additionally, the Old City of Salamanca is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting a large number of cultural tourists and students annually.