The Truth Behind Talavera’s Collapsed Bridge

Brian's Spain Domain

Mar 28 2025 | 00:12:42

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Show Notes

Recently the heavy rains swelled some rivers so much that a centuries’ old cridge in the city of Talavera was washed out. It’s often referred to that as the “Roman Bridge”. To many people’s surprise, not only was it not the first time this bridge collapsed, but apparently there doesn’t seem to be a lot that is Roman about about it. Listen and learn more. Become a part of the Spain Domain community. You can subscribe to our podcasts on Spotify, Amazon, Apple and Castos. Or if you wish to support Brian’s Spain Domain, click on our PayPal donate button […]

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