What Makes La Plaza Mayor a Great Place?
Everyone uses the Plaza in Salamanca. It is a pedestrian-only zone, except for some periods early in the morning (for deliveries and such) and conveniently accessed by foot. All of the streets that lead to it (they branch out from it on all sides) are also pedestrian-only, but there are more minor streets off of those that are accessible by car. Many people who live in the outskirts of the city will utilize them or go home by taxi thanks to the convenient taxi stop located just off the square. Many people will orient themselves to where they are in the city as a whole by locating the Plaza. The square is bustling with life at almost every hour of the day and night. It is a beautiful place and therefore inviting. The most popular meeting spot in Salamanca is “Debajo del reloj” (under the clock) located at one end of the square because it is probably convenient to wherever one is going to go. People can choose to sit on the benches or in the terrace cafes, although this requires buying a
