The university undertook considerable work to refine the Spanish language

The origins of the University of Valladolid date back to 1293 when there is documentary evidence to show that it was an important academic centre. Between its walls, heated discussions have taken place about the new currents of thought presented by Erasmus and Luther. The university undertook considerable work to refine the Spanish language, finally achieving the well-spoken model of imperial Valladolid.


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