Segovia tops Castilla capitals ranking while Valladolid and Ciudad Real lag

Segovia nears perfect score while Valladolid fails in Castilla capitals ranking

Segovia earns a 10, Ciudad Real a 2, and Valladolid a 1 in a debate sparked by scoring sixteen cities from north to south. The author awarded Santander a 6 despite its bay, calling the interior lacking, while Segovia was crowned "the most beautiful city in Spain." Critics question what is actually being measured: heritage, quality of life, or tourist impressions? The exercise reveals that scores often reflect the visitor's mood rather than objective city attributes.

What is scored: monuments, climate, or memories?

Scores range from Segovia's 10 to Ciudad Real's 2, with Burgos and Valladolid labeled "undervalued." Valladolid's flatness and lack of beauty are debated, with locals agreeing it is not picturesque. Methodological flaws persist, as participants argue scores measure the "feeling of the moment" rather than historical centers or architecture. One suggestion to score only pre-1900 monuments was ignored.

Humid north vs. dry cold: the climate war

Santander faces visceral criticism for humidity, steep hills, and parking issues, despite its "prettiest bay." Defenders argue the humid climate is manageable and preferable to freezing temperatures. The debate shifts to lifestyle, with some preferring dry cold for summer sleep quality over Santander's persistent summer rain. Climate becomes a decisive factor for many, transcending mere tourism.

Madrid vs. Rome: the unwanted debate

A comment calling Madrid "nauseating compared to Rome" triggers a fierce defense of Madrid's functionality and safety. Critics argue Rome's best asset is the Vatican, which is not truly part of Rome, and that Madrid surpasses it otherwise. One user claims any Roman church in Madrid would be a top monument. The discussion highlights Madrid's loss of functionality, safety, and prosperity, connecting to broader frustrations about housing, overcrowding, and quality of life in major cities.

The territorial wound: Castilla was sliced

A recurring argument claims Castilla lost territory, population, and power due to autonomous community fragmentation. Madrid, Santander, and Logroño were segregated, while Catalonia refused union due to antiestéticar of Castilla's power. This claim, citing an 80s TV program, lacks verifiable documentation. Participants express bitterness that Castilla was "sliced against its history by bad politicians," highlighting perceived regional grievances and the negative impact of the autonomous distribution on both Castiles.

Soria, Cuenca, and cities no one visits

Soria divides opinion: some call it "greatly unknown and bewitching" (score 8), others "lifeless" and difficult. However, the province receives unanimous praise for its magic and beauty. This contradiction between capital and province runs through the discussion. Cuenca is corrected to deserve 7-8 as a UNESCO site, and Palencia's defenders highlight its cathedral and Canal of Castilla. Ultimately, the scores reveal more about the scorers than the cities themselves, making any provincial ranking chaotic.