Spain is a blessed country. Mother Nature has blessed Spain with her beautiful smile, beautiful mountain range, splendid beaches, vast land full of vegetation and pleasant weather. What more does a tourist require for relaxing? Zaragoza, a city in the Aragon province is considered to be the fifth biggest citiy of Spain and one of the cities rich in turn out of tourists and in its riches. Zaragoza is called the blessed city of Spain. Historians...more
Avila an enthralling City in SpainAvila is said to be located right in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula and is known as the highest provincial capital in Spain. The beautiful province is built atop a rocky and high hill, towards the south of Castile-Leon. Famous as the headquarters of Grand Inquisition, birthplace of St. Teresa and beautifully preserved medieval walls because of which the city has been listed on UNESCO's World Heritage site...more
Located in the North of Spain and very close to Gibraltar, this small town spread over about 7.3 square kms is of great importance for the Spanish Army. This strategically located town is also a place of interest for the tourists. The hill Monte Haco has made the town a place of importance from the country's defense point of view. This hill has a fort which was built centuries ago and according to history, the Greek Army was using this fort to fight against enemies and pirates. Actually this town Ceuta separates Strait of Gibraltar and the Mediterranean Sea. The Beach: The part of the sea along the Ceuta occupies an important place for the Spanish Army; again because of its strategic location. At the same time the sea is buzzing with activity as a trade route. This is yet another reason why the Spanish Army has kept vigil on this beach. Impressed by its natural beauty and the overlooking Monte Haco hill many tourists flock to this beach. In spite of it being a busy port and under the watchful eye of the Spanish Military, the beach is considered to be safe for the tourists. Separate area has been earmarked for the tourists so that they are not disturbed by the ships anchored in the...more
Madrid is among the most popular places in Spain for many reasons. The city has a lot to offer the visitors including museums, monuments and other historical places. This article is about another different aspect of the city which will highlight some natural attractions for the visitors. There are a number of parks in the city which not only help...more
Madrid is relatively young when compared to the other great Spanish cities such as Seville and Valencia and so it lacks the traditions of the ancient Andalusian and Castilian towns. It lies on a vast open plateau and is subject to extremes of temperature, the daily variation is sometimes 22°C. The locals sum up their climate as nine months of...more
Some of the tourists are of the opinion that it is difficult to make a list of places of interest in Spain. This is because every place in Spain has something to interest the tourist. Segovia is the capital of the province of similar name and it is just about 35 kms from Madrid. This beautiful city moderately populated with about 55000 inhabitants is always flocked by tourists. The history of Sagovia dates back to the time of Celts. Even the Roman and Moors had occupied this place. Known for its beautiful natural environment, Sagovia is considered to be the best choice for a merry holiday. Cathedral: This most imposing building of Gothic architecture believed to have been built in 1525 is popular for the ivory image of Virgin de la Paz. The image is installed on a marble altar. This image is believed to have been carved in the 14th century. The entire cathedral is richly decorated. The place around the cathedral is surrounded by beautiful gardens. The Chapterhouse of the cathedral and the cloister are also lavishly decorated. The Cathedral museum has many precious collections which are of great religious value. Normally every visitor makes it a point to visit this cathedral. Plaza...more
Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and said to be the second biggest metropolis of Spain. The city is well known for its cultural as well as historical interest. It is the home of famous artist of Spain. Numerous tourists are attracted to the...more
Many people have trouble when faced with the endless choices of vacation plans that hundreds of agencies offer. As you know, you will be faced with endless hours of researching for that dreamy vacation for two which not only will be unforgettable but...more
If you have ever wondered if somewhere in this world there would be a place so vast when it comes to the number of beaches that it will leave you transfixed, so sunny that you will begin to wonder if you have just stepped into the land of eternal...more
Bullfighting lovers must make Pamplona town a must see destination. This town is the center of bull fights and it holds festivals to honor Ernest Hemingway, who was an American writer, who loved this town because of the fights. The town is...more
If you want to enjoy trekking and exploring a tall mountain, then there is no better place than Monte Perdido, Spain. This mountain, which is about 3300 meters in height, is a part of the Pyrenees mountains bordering Spain and France. This mountain...more
Barcelona is a town with a history that like a good Catalan red wine is both rich and dark. Its foundations stretch back to at least the 15th century BC, if not earlier. Like so much of ancient Europe the Romans founded the first semblance of the...more