The first mentionAlcazar is an outstanding fortification in Segovia. This fortification was built to protect the city but later on became the royal residence and prison. Today it is a Royal Artillery College. Archaeological excavations show that Celtic tribes were settled on this site. Then the Romans came. The first mention of the Alcazar of Segovia was at the beginning of the 12th century. This was the period of the Arab influence...more
HistoryAstorga is a small town in northern Spain. It has 12,100 inhabitants. Celtic tribes first settled in this place and the Romans came in 14 BC. Astorga was a very important city for the Romans and it was called "magnificent city". In the 8th century it was conquered by Spanish ruler Alfonso I of Asturias, but from the 11th century it was the most important point for the French pilgrims on their way to Saint Jacob's tomb in...more
HistoryGijon is an industrial city situated on the coast of Asturias in Spain. The town itself has a long history. The oldest material remains are in the form of human settlements that go back to pre-history. As the Roman Empire spread, the town became a part of it. In the 7th century it was attacked by the Visigoth tribes and later on by the Arabs. Apart from southern and central Spain, Gijon kept its independence and remained free. During the 11th century, many monasteries and churches were built as a result of the strong Christian influence in the town. In the 14th century Gijon was the scene of a battle. Rebellions against the crown were under a siege lasting several months, when most parts of the town were destroyed and many locals lost their lives. Gijon disappeared from history. In the 17th century building of the fortification around the city started. At that time the first monumental buildings were also built in the town. In the 18th century, the town started to trade with South America. After the industrial revolution in the 19th century, the golden age for Gijon started.Things to seeGijon has lot of buildings and museums worth visiting. Universidad Laboral...more
O Grove in generalO Grove is a municipality situated in Galicia, Spain. Examination of the old sea maps shows that O Grove was an island in the past. However thanks to the strong winds that gathered sand into the isthmus, O Grove is today connected to the mainland at the beach Lanzada. Inhabitants live from fishing and farming oysters...more
HistoryBarceloneta or 'little Barcelona' is a part of Barcelona. Centuries ago, fishermen settled in this area. It was a poor part of the city, with narrow streets and small houses. When the people rose against the King Felipe V, he decided to punish them. He ordered them to build a fortress on the place where their houses stood. People demolished...more
Toledo is seventy kilometers south of Madrid. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain and its old capital as well.This is also the city with an excellent location.The whole little town was built on a hill and moreover, the river Tagus flows in its foothills. Before you enter the city, you have to experience a fantastic view of Toledo - the way around the rim of the adjacent hills; otherwise your visit to this city would not be complete.Many famous artists made pictures of this wonderful landscape. One of those artists was El Greco. It is not surprising that this city has such a rich cultural and historical heritage.Famous Marzipan from ToledoToledo holds one of the most typical, old towns of Spain.It is surrounded by medieval walls with a beautiful entrance gate to the city which opens to the main square,Plaza de Zokodover. After an outstanding panorama, you will soon recognize the smell of almonds. Toledo is full of tradition and antiquity.Today this city is well known for its plantation of almonds. This tradition was started by the Moors, who planted almonds and began to mix them with sugar in order to get marzipan.In Toledo you can try marzipan in all shapes and colors,...more
A trip to Granada and its vicinity, hundreds of kilometers into the interior of the famous Costa del Sol (Sunshine Coast), completes the experience of visiting Spain. This is a place that opens up for lovers of poetry the possibility...more
The Kingdom of Spain has seventeen autonomous communities and one of the most eminent is Catalonia (Spanish: Cataluña)This area covers more than 32 thousand square kilometers of Spain and has a population of more than 7.5 million...more
To be in Spain is fascinating, to study Spanish is exhilarating! Visiting a place is superficial limiting knowledge to what the senses perceive. There is but more to explore than the exterior appeal of a territory that is implied in language. This is...more
Spain has population over 47 million with 91/km2 density. Spain is located in Southwestern Europe and official called Kingdom of Spain. Being geographical situation and orographic conditions, the climate is extremely diverse. Climate is divided into...more
Sitgeshas always been a place that has captivated artists and various visitors.Many people believe that its secret lies in the light. This city has almost 300 days of sunshine a year. Thus painters, sculptors and writers in late nineteenth century...more
The Spanish national football team represents Spain in international football and is controlled by the Royal Spanish Football Federation. The Spanish side is commonly referred to as La Furia Roja (The Red Fury) or La Roja (The Red One). It has great...more