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Destination Spain A Romantic Getaway
As stated, Spain is part of the South West European Peninsula known as the Iberian Peninsula. It shares this notoriety with an equally spectacular Country, Portugal. Spain consists of 50 Provinces, grouped into 17 unique and diverse regions. From the North, you can start in the Pyrenees Mountains, and work your way down to the South to the Strait of Gibraltar, which is the border between Spain and Africa. Spain offers rivers and mountain ranges in the interior, to spectacular coastal beauty along the temperate Balearic Sea. Spain offers a gateway into France in the North, but first, make sure you put the City/State/Country of Andorra on your bucket list. Andorra is known for its spectular mountains, skiing and shopping. A unique getaway!
Source: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/geography/countries/article/spain https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Spain
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Spanish architecture is globally renowned for its richness, detail and uniqueness. The architecture spans Colonial, Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance. Each region boasts some of the characteristics and the Spanish Government recognizes the uniqueness and beauty of these defining buildings, that much money and effort is put in to maintaining their elegance and functionality.
Dating back to the early 12th century, the inspiring "Alcázar of Segovia" is known as one of the most unique medieval castles in Europe. It is the structure that Walt Disney and team were inspired by to depict Cinderella's castle
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Alcázar of Segovia
Get ready for delicious delights from simple snacks to gourmet dinners! Spain is well known for its gastronomic decadence! Each and every region boasts countless cafe's, restaurants and wineries. Spain is known for its Olive Oil, which is world class, it is the World leader in production and export. Due to the weather and soil fertility, the fruits and vegetables are fresh, allowing for many farm to table delights. Spain boasts a Mediterranean Diet, fresh fish and seafood are a staple, but pork, beef and chicken entree's are fully available. One unique Spanish tradition is Tapas, which is small bite sized portions, bursting with flavour, colour and aroma. You can't go wrong!
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_cuisine https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php? search=spain+architecture&title=Special%3ASearch&ns0=1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sagrada_Fam%C3%ADlia
Barcelona is home to the "Sagrada Familia", which is designed by the architect Antoni Gaudi, who died in 1926. Besides the sheer size and beautly of this Church, the unique feature is that it is STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Every year, the Church is added on to by donations, the final goal is to complete Gaudi's vision by 2026.