Santillana Collection

SPAIN. Santillana de Mar. Altamira Caves. Bison. Upper Paleolithic. Magdalenian. Cave

SANTIANA, Inigo Lopez de Mendoza, 1791 (engraving)
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Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Juana Ines de Asbaje y Ramirez de Santillana (1651-1695), Mexican poet and religious

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Spain, Cantabria Region, Cantabria Province, Santillana del Mar, Iglesia de Colegiata church, 12th century Date: 30/07/2008

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Spain, Cantabria Region, Cantabria Province, Santillana del Mar, leaf-covered wall Date: 30/07/2008

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Santa Justa Beach and old monastery near the town of Ubiarco, Cantabria, Spain. Date: 08/04/2010

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Church of the Colegiata at Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain. Date: 08/04/2010

Large house in Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain
A large house with a carved coat of arms on its facade in the historic town of Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain. Date: circa 1910s

Typical street in Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain
Typical street in the historic town of Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain, with the Church of the Colegiata, a Romanesque church and former Benedictine monastery, in the distance. Date: circa 1910s

Inigo Lopez de Mendoza (1398-1458), Marquis of Santillana, Castilian poet and politician, the altarpiece detail

Illustration from the book Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana (Story of Gil Blas de Santillana), depicting a ceremony of the Inquisition

Don Inigo Lopez de Mendoza, Marquis of Santillana (1398-1458
Don Inigo Lopez de Mendoza y de la Vega, Marquis of Santillana (1398-1458). Castilian politician and poet. Portrait from the Altarpiece of Buitrago, ca. 1455 by Jorge Ingles. Spain

Antonio Lopez y Lopez (1817-1883). First Marquis of Comillas. Businessman, banker and philanthropist Spanish. Engraving by Paris. La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, 1876. Colored

Spain. Castile-La Mancha. Hita. St. Marys Gate. 15th century. Gothic style

Don Inigo Lopez de Mendoza y de la Vega, Marquis of Santillana (1398-1458). Castilian politician and poet. Engraving, 18th century. Colored

Miniature with capital letter depicting Inigo Lopez de Mendo
Inigo Lopez de Mendoza, Marquis of Santillana (1398-1458). Spanish writer. Book of Knowledge of All Things. Miniature with capital letter depicting the Marquis writing. By Jorge Ingles (1450-1500)

Juan Ramon Jimenez. Portrait
Juan Ramon Jimenez (1881-1958). Spanish writer. Portrait by Sanish painter Joaqui?n Sorolla (1863-1923). Santillana Foundation (Don Borja Tower). Santillana del Mar. Spain

SPAIN. Santillana de Mar. St. Juliana Collegiate Church. Romanesque art

Santillana de Mar, Cantabria, Spain
Calle de Juan Infante and Plaza de Isabel II - Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain. There is an old saying that Santillana del Mar is The Town of Three Lies, since it is neither a Saint (Santo)

SPAIN. Santillana de Mar. Santa Juliana Collegiate Church. Romanesque art

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" MENA, Juan de (1411-1456). Spanish poet of the pre renaissance. Cronist of Juan II de Castilla. First page of his selected works

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INGLɓ, Jorge (15th c.). Altarpiece of the Angels. 15th c. Detail with the praying figure of I񩧯 L󰥺 de Mendoza, Marquis of Santillana. Flemish art. Painting. Private Collection

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SPAIN. Santillana de Mar. Altamira Caves. Schematic figures. Upper Paleolithic. Magdalenian. Cave

SPAIN. Santillana de Mar. Altamira Caves. Red female deer painted on the roof of the Polychrome Ceiling. Upper Paleolithic. Magdalenian. Cave

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Santillana del Mar, Cantabria, Spain, Europe

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Santillana, a small town nestled in the picturesque region of Cantabria, Spain, is a place steeped in history and culture. From its charming streets to its magnificent landmarks, it offers visitors a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Spanish heritage. One cannot mention Santillana without acknowledging its most famous attraction - the Altamira Caves. These ancient caves are adorned with breathtaking prehistoric art, including vivid depictions of bison that transport you back in time. But Santillana's historical significance goes beyond cave paintings and has been home to remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on literature and politics. Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, also known as Juana Ines de Asbaje y Ramirez de Santillana, was a brilliant poetess from the 17th century whose works continue to inspire generations. Another notable figure associated with Santillana is Don Inigo Lopez de Mendoza, Marquis of Santillana. A renowned Castilian poet and politician from the 15th century, his contributions shaped Spanish literature during the Renaissance period. As you wander through this enchanting town, you'll be captivated by its architectural wonders. The large houses that dot the landscape speak volumes about centuries-old grandeur and elegance. And every corner turned reveals typical streets lined with charming buildings that exude an old-world charm unique to this region. To further immerse yourself in Santillana's allure, delve into Antonio Lopez y Lopez's book "Historia de Gil Blas de Santillana" (Story of Gil Blas). This literary masterpiece captures both the essence of this captivating town and its people's stories. Santillana del Mar holds not only historical treasures but also cultural legacies worth exploring. Soak up everything it has to offer – from ancient caves echoing whispers of our ancestors' lives to vibrant streets pulsating with the spirit of a bygone era.