Ten Amazing Places To Visit In Spain Posted by Elizabeth D’Costa on 17th, July 2012 TOP CITIES TO VISIT IN SPAIN There may be various reasons and factors you utilized in selecting a Vacation Spot in Spain and a thousand different places you can choose from. You may even be considering a holiday to another European countries all together. However, today I would like to suggest ten (10) amazing places to visit in Spain, here is my top ten must see list of Vacation spots in Spain COSTA DEL SOL HOLIDAYS | BARCELONA A 4000 year old history makes this second largest city in Spain a very important landmark on every tourist's map. Barcelona's architecture and culture have been greatly influenced by the different empires that ruled here viz. the Romans, Visigoths and Moors. The architecture of Antoni Gaudi is reflected all over Barcelona with the Sangrada Familia Church being his last and most famous unfinished masterpiece. Other places to visit are the various museums like Picasso Museum, National Art museum of Catalonia, Casa Batllo, La Pedreda, La Ramblas, etc. and a walk through Barri Gotic reveals buildings that date back to medieval times. Costa del Sol Holidays is a great choice if you looking for amazing first class properties for holidays in the beach side resorts of Villacana, Park Beach, Albayalde and Venalmar, situated between Marbella and Estepona in southern Spain. Costa del Sol Holidays offers something for everyone - whether it’s a family, small group, or romantic couple looking for a last minute get away.
Venice Holidays MADRID Spain's largest and most important city reflects what any European city has to offer- It has something for everyone. For the art and history lover there are famous museums like the Museo ThyssenBornemisza, El Prado and the Reina SofĂa. The women would love to shop at the Sunday morning market, El Rastro. For soccer fans, a visit to Santiago Bernabeu, the home of the Real Madrid soccer club is a must. The nightlife here may surprise the regular tourist because people including the older folks walk around the streets way past midnight. This of course may be the benefits of a well taken siesta!
VALENCIA The birthplace of Spanish paella, the famous Tomatina Tomato fights and a walk through the old town offers much for the time bound traveler. Despite being the third largest city, Valencia is happy with the few sights it offers; the locals prefer to engage the traveler in their delectable variety of paellas instead. PACKAGE HOLIDAY TO SPAIN | GRANADA Granada was the last city to fall during the Crusades. The Fortress at Alhambra built during the Moorish rule contains vast expanses of the most beautiful gardens in and around the fortress. The tapas here are known to come free and therefore they obviously taste better! If you are a tea drinker, indulge yourself at the Moroccan tea houses. Cheapoair is a great source for low airfares and travel deals to Spain. SEVILLE is the traditional home to Spanish bullfights and the famous flamenco. The weather is hot here but it matches with the excitement of what Seville has to offer. The flamenco tablaos are where you would find the most authentic music and dance. Experience your spirit rise to the tempo of the music and feel your body move to the rhythm of the dance itself.
VACATION TO SPAIN | SAN SEBASTIAN is a city exuding elegance and style. It offers some excellent beaches, and an old town with a classical look. There are a few churches and museums one can visit while passing through. BILBAO The highest point of interest here is the Guggenheim Museum of modern art. A walk around the old town with its churches and cathedral, Plaza Nueva and sampling the tapas bars are some of the things to do. CORDOBA The best time to visit is between May- July when the city comes alive with the festivals of Cruces de Mayo, Patio and Cordoba Festival. The Cordoba Guitar Festival in July invites musicians from all over with their six-stringed instruments. Other things to do are: visit the Mezquita (largest mosque in Spain built during Moorish rule), the orange and apple groves, the botanical gardens and pamper yourself in the Arabic baths.
Vacation Spots in Spain | Spain Travel Packages SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA The cathedral of St James is the biggest attraction here. There are some museums and other religious buildings the city offers to its visitors. The local cuisine and homemade chocolates are worth trying out. SALAMANCA is the last Spanish town to reach before crossing over to Portugal. It is primarily a student town and offers refuge to the many visitors who have fallen in love with Spain, and feel the need to stay on and learn Spanish at the universities here. The weather is perfect with cold winters and pleasant summers, the night life is vibrant and September is the best time to visit. Vacation To Spain Spain in every sense and for every reason is a holiday worth taking. Give yourself enough time to explore and you would find the people are more than willing to lend a ear and make you feel at home. Learning a few phrases in Spanish would help you kick start a conversation with them and help you discover the charm and beauty of the country and its people.felices fiestas !