The Best Monuments

Salamanca is among the top monumental cities in Spain. It is in this city that you will find some of Spain’s most important Plateresque and Renaissance collection of architecture. One of Europe’s oldest universities is also located here and the beauty plus the historical patrimony and the liveliness of the city makes it a wonderful place to spend a holiday or to tour during a holiday in Spain.

The city was founded during the pre roman times and it took a turn for the bet...
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Spain is definitely one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world attracting thousands of tourists from all parts of the world. The most outstanding thing about Spain is that it has everything that any tourist could be looking for. It is ideal for those looking for green holidays and beach holidays as well as those who are visiting the country on an educative tour. The country has many regions within which you will find cities and towns all of which have unique things to offer to ...
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Spain is one country that is made up of every kind of natural feature as well as manmade features all of which add to its popularity among tourists and all kinds of holidaymakers. It is a country which has something for everyone regardless of the kind of holiday the individual is looking for. Spain is quite huge composed of numerous regions and they all have interesting features thereby making suitable areas for holidays and tours.

The major attractions in Spain include the numerous beaches o...
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Lanzarote is the perfect island for surfing and what’s more, beginners can easily get trained while here. The island is popular not just for the waves which are amazing for surfers but also the friendly weather. It has bays which are sheltered thereby offering the perfect ground for surfing beginners to learn the sport. On the northern part of the island, beginners can find surfing schools since this is where conditions are most ideal for surfing.

When leaving for a holiday in Lanzarote and...
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Spain has many nature reserves which act as attractions for tourists. One of the nature reserves you will find in the country is Las Medulas. This was a very crucial gold mine within the Roman Empire and it is around Pontferrada town which borders Spain with Portugal. Gold mining in Las Medulas started as early as 1st century and the Romans here used the technique of hydraulic mining to achieve their treasure.

The mining continued for two centuries after which the same Romans departed leaving...
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The history of Spain is well preserved in the numerous monuments that it has. These monuments are scattered all over the country and you will find some interesting regardless of the region of the country you choose to visit. The monuments make major tourists attraction especially because they have a rich history behind them leave alone the great architectural work that they showcase.

The Alhambra is one of the attractive monuments in Spain. It is situated in Granada Andalusia and is famously ...
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Andalusia is the richest of the Spanish regions and this is where Cordoba, Seville and Granada are located. This part of Spain boasts of a warm and sunny weather for most parts of the year. It is also known for the dance of flamenco, the tapas and the bullfighting. If you are planning on going for a vacation in Spain then Andalusia is a great choice for your destination. Other important cities in the region are Ronda, Cadiz, Antequera, Malaga and Jerez.

There are many tourist attractions in An...
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If you want to genuinely experience the authentic Spanish countryside, interact with the locals, sample their cuisine and wines, participate in local events and festivals and understand and appreciate the Spanish way of life.

Walking is relatively less strenuous as compared to cycling, though it's also important to be fit on a walking tour. For seniors and those with health and fitness issues, a less arduous route can be chosen. Walks across mountainous regions may be difficult but one advant...
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Spain is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. It is frequently visited by tourists from the different corners of the world. If you are planning on going to Spain for a holiday then you should know when the perfect time to go is. Some tourists prefer to go when the tourist spots are not very crowded while others prefer to go during the peak tourist season so that they can experience the excitement.

If you visit Spain during the summer then there are lots of advantages such as the w...
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For adventure enthusiasts, Spain is the ideal country for a cycle-tour. With diverse topography and exciting cycling trails across mountains, beaches, quaint fishing villages and bustling towns, you can be sure of a great trip!

Check about the cycling regulations. Most cities have designated cycle lanes. Biking on highways is forbidden. Only riders above 14 are allowed and this must always be on the shoulder, or in the cycle lane. Helmets are mandatory. Riding parallel is allowed only for two ...
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Seville city is one of Spain’s popular cities visited by millions of tourists every year. Together with over 700,000 inhabitants, this city welcomes visitors from every corner of the globe.

Seville is Andalusia’s capital at the south of Spain located close to River Guadalquivir at a valley. This city was made famous for its rich culture, colorful traditions, artistic heritage and historical ancient monuments.

This is where the colorful and inspiring Flamenco originates with orange blossoms ...
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Tenerife offers excellent weather with an intriguing Atlantic culture that blends with sea and nature. The diverse landscapes are breathtakingly beautiful as befitting the Canary Islands.

Tenerife Island was formed over three million years ago from the oldest mountain ranges found at the Atlantic Ocean. The island came into being when the awesome Teide volcano melted Anaga, Teno and Valle de San Lorenzo together. Teide volcano itself is very obvious on Tenerife with 17 km diameter crater. It ...
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Nerja is another popular Spanish resort where one would enjoy its idyllic and quaint fishing villages. It is one of the best modern holiday resorts Spain can offer. There is the much sought after fun in the sun with plenty of soft sand on its lovely beaches. The Mediterranean waters sparkle with warmth to be one of the best in Europe.

Nerja can be found near Malaga with unadulterated beauty and basic comforts. A lot of ancient charm, culture and character can be enjoyed here. This town is shel...
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Picasso lives through his art which is well displayed all over the world; especially in Malaga. Three decades later, the late Picasso’s soul grabs attention from his many marvelous masterpieces. In Malaga, Picasso is highly honored as this town is his birthplace and hometown. There is a specially erected museum dedicated to display Picasso’s masterpieces; it is called the Museo Picasso.

Museum

This special museum is part of an ancient palace in the old quarters of Malaga. It has been specif...
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Algorfa is another village that is located in Vega Baja just like Albatera. Its location in the lush and fertile countryside brings on different fresh vegetation with the irrigation of Segura River. Algofa is blessed with majestic mountains and the Mediterranean Sea as its backdrop.

It offers constant sunshine throughout most of its days with a pleasant climate of 19 degrees Celsius and a little rain.

Industry

Algorfa is a small village that thrives on agriculture since its civilization. Citrus ...
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Malaga is one of Spain’s popular tourist resorts as it is situated at Costa del Sol which offers plenty of fun in the sun with its pleasant Mediterranean climate.

Malaga is a favorite summer holiday choice by many British and European tourists who run away from the icy winter back home.

Early Status

Malaga was originally a port which allows access to sunny sandy Costa del Sol. Crowds of people come to Malaga in the summer as it offers beautiful sand and warm waters. There are many well built h...
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Spain has many delightful cities to visit as it is one of the most popular countries for a holiday vacation. Spain has a very rich and diverse culture, history and traditions in its various cities and towns throughout its different regions.

The heartbeat of Spain can be felt from the numerous and diverse traditions and culture that are currently practiced through the myriad of fiestas and folklore celebrated throughout the year.

The different ancient influences bring on the currently different ...
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When going on a holiday to a well chosen destination in Spain, it is only advisable that you take the time to enjoy everything that the place has to offer. Apart from visiting all the monuments, enjoying the beaches and other natural ground and even taking part in the popular fiestas, it pays to take the time to explore the different parts of the destination since even the villages and small towns have interesting things to add to your holiday experience in Spain.

Cadiz has proved to be a gr...

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The untouched paradise that is Cabrera is simply breathtaking. It is a virgin island yet to be spoiled and is one of the best places that you can choose to spend a holiday or vacation in. Even though not many activities can be enjoyed from here since it is a natural preserve, there are still lots of things to be enjoyed by those who spend some time in the paradise.

The Natural Port: it is probably where you will drop you anchor. Porto de Cabrera is on the north eastern side of the island and...

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There are plenty of interesting places in Menorca that can occupy a tourist throughout his or her holiday on this idyllic island. One can spend all their time on the lovely and inviting beaches in Menorca, especially at its southern portion known as “migjorn” where soft white sand greets the tourists with luscious pine woods and rich vegetation. However, the northern coast which is known as “la tramuntana” offers a different landscape beauty. The landscape is steeper with rocks.

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Mallorca is the largest island of the Balearic Islands. It is an idyllic island with plenty of offerings for the tourists. There are many things a tourist can see, do and taste while in Mallorca.

Mallorca offers plenty of restaurants and shops for the avid shopaholics and gourmet lovers during the day or night. There are plenty of historical sights to behold during the day as well as the alluring beaches with Blue Flag awards.

The nights at Mallorca are exciting with the myriad of pubs, bars a...

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Tarifa is a great choice for a beachside holiday as it offers many amazingly beautiful beaches. These include Playa de Bolonia and Zahara de los Atunes.

Playa de Bolonia

This beach at Tarifa has been one of the favorite beaches of Tarifa since the 70s. There are many fascinating Roman ruins close by with 2nd century Roman town ruins called Baelo Claudia and ancient Phoenician-Punic settlement ruins. There are 4 temples at Tarifa that were dedicated to Juno, Jupiter, Minerva and Isis; an Egypti...

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El Puerto de Santa Maria is situated at Cadiz Bay spot on at Guadalete River. This spot is a popular holiday choice for tourists who want the sun, fun and sand. But beaches are not only the only great offerings at El Puerto de Santa Maria; there are tantalizing gastronomy delights and local fine wines that are bound to satisfy.

Beaches

Any sun lover and beach lover would love the miles and miles of sandy beaches at El Puerto de Santa Maria. One can walk on the soft sand or boardwalks that link...

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This white coast is one of the many coasts that you will find interesting in Spain and belongs to Alicante province. The white sandy beaches here are wide and beautiful and therefore easily attract huge numbers of tourists throughout the year. The palm grove landscapes are beautiful and breathtaking and so are the small coves that you will find here. Other interesting features in the coast include the various nature parks and wetlands with each opening a new experience for the visitors.

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Barcelona is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain and it therefore attracts large numbers of tourists from across the world coming to explore and enjoy the many things that this city has to offer. It especially has a reputation among football lovers and you will never miss to see the undying fans of the football clubs here at any given time. It is a city where you can enjoy a thrilling match as you enjoy the rest of amazing things that it has to offer.

Barcelona has several features wor...

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