Wonderful Travel Hotspot
Going to Spain is a trip of a lifetime. It is diverse and that is exactly where its true beauty lies Various extant ancient paintings, Moorish palaces, Roman ruins, rundown castles and cathedrals alongside the modern structures speak about its rich heritage and culture.
Spain offers both options for the tourists during the same month, where some people prefer to go skiing in the winter months, others prefer to sunbathe on the coast. One of the most pleasurable ways to discover Spain’s natural beauty and abundant wildlife is to visit the National Parks. Beautiful cities, fantastic golden sandy beaches and shopping places attract the tourists from everywhere.
For an unforgettable memories, visit the county in the season of festivals and fiestas, and taste the Delicious Spanish cuisine and wine…
Quick Facts:
- Spanish language is spoken throughout the country.
- The currency used in Spain is Euro
- The total area of Spain is 504,782 sq km.
- Spain makes 44% of the world's olive oil
- It occupies 85% of the Iberian Peninsula
- Spain are the current Basketball World Champions
- The temperature varies from one extreme to another. It is fairly torrid in summer and icy in winter.
- Spain has a cultural and historical past.
- When you reach the city, the best and easiest way to travel is by bus.
Location:
Spain is located in southwestern Europe. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Bay of Biscay in the northwest and by the Mediterranean Sea in the east and the south. Its capital, Madrid is situated on the Central Plateau, and Barcelona, another major city, is in the northeast by the Balearic Sea.
Best Time to Visit: May to September
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How to Reach:
By Air:
There are number of international airports which connects to destinations across the world . The names of these airports are Madrid, A Coruña, Palma de Mallorca, Malaga, Murcia, Barcelona, Jerez de la Frontera, Seville, Valencia, Bilbao, Alicante, Santiago de Compostella . Getting to Spain by air from London to Barcelona takes 2 hours; London to Ibiza is 2 hours 20 minutes; London to Madrid is 2 hours 20 minutes and to Málaga is 2 hours 45 minutes. The journey from New York to Madrid is 8 hours 35 minutes.
By Water:
Reaching Spain by Ferry is also a convenient option and there are various routes and three operators which you can choose from like the Brittany Ferries operating ferries from Plymouth to Santander twice a week and three times a week in high season.
By Road:
There are 681,224 Km of highways in Spain. One important point to remember is that all public transport, and the bus service especially, is drastically reduced on Sundays and holidaysSpain’s Main Tourist Attractions:
When you look at a country such as Spain, it's difficult to narrow down all of the attractions and experiences to the top ten. However, here are the prime attractions in Spain that we think you shouldn't miss.
Madrid is the capital of Spain. It's a city known for bullfighting, fiestas and flamenco dancing, and royal palaces. The top attractions of Madrid are the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de la Cibeles, Parque del Buen Retiro, Plaza de España, The Prado Museum, Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, The Archaeological Museum etc. The city offers dance halls, movie houses, music halls, cafes and more.
Barcelona
It is the second largest city of Spain. Barcelona is famous for its beaches and coasts. Barceloneta is the most popular beach. Here people can relax or play sports with all facilities on the beach. Architecture adds in the beauty of this city. 'Sagrada Familia Church' is the renowned architecture of Antoni Gaudi is in Barcelona. 'Centro', La Rambla' and 'Exiample' are the big three shopping destinations in this city.
It is a city with ancient roots and one of the Spain’s most beautiful city. The main tourist attraction of the city is the Giralda, Apart from being the home of flamenco dancing, gypsies and castanets, Seville also boasts the world’s largest Gothic church, excellent shopping in and around its shaded squares and a renowned opera house.
It is one of world 's most fascinating places in terms of its history, art, architecture and cultural significance. This brilliant royal palace of Spain's Nasrid dynasty is worth a travel. It is one of Spain's top travel spots, presenting lovely buildings, mosque, courtyards, gardens, adorned exquisitely in stone carvings, tiles, mosaic, filigree and enamels.
It is the most splendid city in Europe. The Great Mosque built between 785 and 1002 is the main tourist attraction. Highlights include the Great Hall, characterized by delicately carved horseshoe arches of alternating white stone and red brick, the Patio de Los Naranjas, the Ablutions Courtyard still shaded by orange trees and cooled by fountains, and the Mihrab
If you have to choose one town to visit in Andalusia, make it Granada. The Moorish Alhambra is beautiful, taking advantage of its glorious setting in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. The Alhambra's architecture is intricate, purposeful, and important. Budget your time to spend the better part of a day, just in the Alhambra. Of course, the rest of the Granada provides many attractive areas to explore, including the Albaicín and the Old City.
It is a must for foreigners travelling to Spain to see one of the classic flamenco shows, which have their origin fom the gipsy population in Andalucia.
Andalucia is blessed to have these mountains so close to legendary tourist spots such as Malaga and Torremolinos. During late spring you can go skiing in the morning and do a spot of sunbathing on the beach in the afternoon.
The nightlife in Spain is very attractive to both tourists and locals.. Big cities such as Madrid and Barcelona are favorites amongst the large and popular discothèques. Barcelona is known as the number one party city for clubs such as Pacha and Razzmatazz, whereas Madrid is famous for its club, Kapital. The discothèques in Spain are open until odd hours such as 7am.
This densely populated area, popular with tourists on account of its fine beaches and picturesque towns, extends along most of Andalusia’s Mediterranean coastline, from Almeria to Tarifa.
The lively city of León is hemmed in by high mountains. And is the catchment area for a large river, the Douro, which flows westward into Portugal. The cathedral is one of the finest examples of the Gothic style in the country. Also worth seeing is the Pantheon in the Church of San Isidoro, which contains the tombs of the medieval kings of Castile and León and is decorated with Romanesque wall paintings. There are several places of interest like spectacular Puerto de Pajares, Benavente and the attractive region around Astorga.
Avila is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its famous medieval walls (considered among the best preserved in Europe) and interesting old town. Avila offers good food, great shopping and fine walking.
You can join in the celebrations in Pamplona, running with the Bulls. It is the most famous festival in Spain. It would offer you thrilling spectacle. Many are known to get injured in this dangerous sport.
Strange volcanic rock formations and spectacular scenery distinguish this park, which surrounds Mount Teide, an active volcano and the highest peak in Spain.
You can experience the design of Frank O. Ghery at the Guggenheim in Bilbao. The museum opened its doors to the public in October of 1997 and is considered one of the most significant architectural structures of the 20th century.
This is a stunning medieval city and home to El Greco. You can take an easy ride from Madrid. It is packed with castles, churches and tourists.
It is the wonderful travel hotspots of Spain. It has seven islands in the Atlantic Ocean. These are: El Hierro, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Gomera, La Palma, Lanzarote, Tenerife.
Gran Canaria Canary Islands is like paradise thanks to its numerous beaches, crystal clear waters and water sports. Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands and very popular as a tourist destination. Here is the Mount El Teide. Not only water sports but also hiking, climbing and cycling are available activities.
Spain’s third-largest city. Valencia is famous for its orange groves, its fruit and vegetable market (one of the largest in Europe) and its lively nightlife. It is also a popular tourist resort with beaches a short bus ride from the town. The newest tourist attraction is Santiago Calatrava’s City of Arts and Science Park. Here, you will find important tourist destinations like Benicassim, Benidorm, Alicante, Denia or Gandia.
Where To Stay:
Lots of accommodations are available in Spain. There is a state owned hotel named Parador. Here you can experience the culture and history of Spain. Other Best hotels are
Where to Eat:
Few countries in the world can boast a cuisine as varied and rich as Spain. The specialty of coastal areas is Sea Food. Meat is very common and you get a variety of fish and meat in many restaurants. Spanish restaurants serve very little frozen food. They use fresh vegetables, meat and other ingredients. Spanish dishes are made from high quality ingredients. Bars can be found anywhere throughout the country. It is one of the Best and most uniquely Spanish things to sit in a bar in the evening and eat tapas while you have a drink.
Here is your guide to some of the best restaurants in Spain,
In Madrid:
In Barcelona:
Here are some handy travel tips, which will help while you are on your trip to Spain.
- Be sure that you haven’t left the money behind, before you go out of your hotel.
- Always make use of the safe
- In the crowded places always take care of your handbags and wallets mostly in street markets and buses.
- Take only the necessary things with you when you are visiting the beach or swimming pools
- At the places of entertainment protect your video or camera.
- The street gambling stalls may be fraud so try to avoid them.
Happy Travelling…!
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