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Culturally, the country is littered with superb old buildings, from Roman aqueducts and Islamic palaces to Gothic cathedrals. Almost every second village has a medieval castle. Spain has been the home of some of the world's great artists - El Greco, Velázquez, Goya, Dalí, Picasso - and has museums and galleries to match. The country vibrates with music of every kind - from the drama of flamenco to the melancholy lyricism of the Celtic music and gaitas (bagpipes) of the northwest. |
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Travel to The Balearic Islands
- The four main Balearic islands -
Mallorca,
Menorca,
Ibiza and
Formentera - have maintained their individuality. Beyond the 24-hour
parties are Gothic cathedrals, Stone Age ruins, fishing villages and endless
orchards of oranges and olives. The Balearic Islands offer fine beaches,
relentless sunshine, good food and wild nightlife. Every year are invaded
every summer by a massive multinational force of hedonistic party animals
and sun seekers.
Travel to Barcelona (Region
Catalonia) - As the capital
of Catalonia and Spain’s gateway to the Mediterranean, cosmopolitan
Barcelona is also among focal points of European tourism, galvanized by the
1992 Olympic Games. Landmark buildings and world-class museums include
architect Antoni Gaudí's Sagrada Família, the Picasso Museum, the Gothic
Cathedral and Les Rambles, the tree-lined promenade running through the
heart of the old Gothic Quarter. Travel to Bilbao (Region Basque Country)
- Bilbao is a lively and vibrant provincial capital considered to be the
center of finance and culture. It makes up the majority of what is known as
the Greater Bilbao metropolitan area, and has an approximate number of close
to one million people residing in the Lower Nervión river valley. The
aforementioned river is very important because both of its banks continue to
be the source of life for the capital as well as the province. The modern
highway network keeps Bilbao connected to the rest of Spain and Europe. It
is also the proud and permanent venue of the International Samples Trade
Fair. The international airport found in the Cantabrian seaboard made by the
renowned Santiago Calatrava is also an invaluable asset of Bilbao. Travel to The Canary Islands - The Canary Islands are set off the coast of western Africa, the archipelago consists of 7 islands and 6 islets and is divided into two provinces. At the east, the first one is called Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with 3 islands - Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and the islets. At the west is Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera and El Hierro which form the second province named Santa Cruz de Tenerife. The islands belong to Spain and are therefore part of the European Union. The Canaries enjoy hot sunny weather all year round, duty free prices and are home to some of the best beaches in Europe. Travel to Cordoba (Region
Andalucia) - for
the miraculous Mezquita, which, depending on your perspective, is a
wonderful blending of Islamic and Christian architecture, or an absurd
display of vandalism by the latter on the former. Either way, a visit to the
Mezquita - or the "Holy Cathedral Church (former Mosque of Cordoba)", as it
is described in local tourist literature - is a highlight of any trip to
Spain. Far from creating awe with steepling, vaulting verticality, the
mosque created by Abd al-Rahman I is a maze of low, red-and-white striped
arches, stretching in all directions. Truly amazing. And the bird watching
along the nearby river is excellent, too. Travel to Granada (Region
Andalucia) - Granada is one of Spain’s
most visited cities by tourists from all over the world. This city, which
was for some centuries the heart of Al -Andalus or the Moorish Andalusia,
offers visitors dream gardens, typical inns to taste the well-known cured
ham from Trevelez, and the opportunity to go up to the mountain of
Sacromonte, the birthplace of flamenco. There are plenty of reasons to fall
in love with this city.
Travel to Lloret de Mar (Region
Catalonia) - Welcome to Lloret de Mar, a town with over a
thousand years of history. Pioneer of European tourism since the 1950s, over
the years the modern, dynamic town of Lloret has become a major tourist
destination. Meeting place of different cultures, Lloret has managed to
maintain its own traditional customs and identity while incorporating new
values as befits a cosmopolitan town.
Travel to Madrid (Region Madrid) - The capital of Spain,
located in the heart of the peninsula and right in the center of the
Castillian plain 646 meters above sea level, has a population of over three
million. A cosmopolitan city, a business center, headquarters for the Public
Administration, Government, Spanish Parliament and the home of the Spanish
Royal Family, Madrid also plays a major role in both the banking and
industrial sectors. Most of its industry is located in the Southern fringe
of the city, where important textile, food and metal working factories are
clustered. Madrid is characterized by intense cultural and artistic activity
and a very lively nightlife. Travel to Malaga (Region Andalucia) - Malaga, a tourist hot spot, with plenty of beaches such as the Costa del Sol, but with other attractions, such as the Alcazaba fortress, the botanical gardens and the new, backstreet Picasso Museum, dedicated to the works of the city's most famous son. So much to see, so little time. One solution is to locate centrally in an area such as the Subbetica, making day trips to the bigger cities and coming home to the setting sun, a bottle of wine and a view of the olive groves. There are hundreds of pretty, unspoilt villages to choose from.
Travel to Santiago de Compostela (Region
Galicia) - World Heritage City and
capital of Galicia, is the final landmark on the St. James pilgrimage route.
Centuries of splendour and development have left us an urban layout in which
the medieval Christian heritage is mixed with monumental Baroque buildings. Travel to Seville (Region Andalucia) - Regarded by many as the Andalucían capital and a leading honeymoon destination, Seville's charm continues to cast a spell today as it did thousands of years ago when the first Phoenician set foot on this land. Famous for bullfighting, spectacular flamenco, a strong cultural identity and fabulous architectural treasures, it is no wonder why the locals once believed that Seville was the capital of the world during Spain's Golden Age when wealth from the New World was transported here. Travel to Valencia (Region Valencian Community) - There are so many cultural and historical monuments, tourists can easily spend a day or two strolling the narrow, cobblestone streets, enjoying the cafes and wandering into museums. Getting around is quick and easy, thanks to five metro lines, a tram line and an urban bus network. Cabs must be called, not hailed. Valencia's Mediterranean topless-optional public beach -- four miles long and 100 yards wide -- has plenty of room for volleyball, pedal boats and lots of bare skin. A wide promenade accommodates strollers, roller skaters and cyclists. When summer days become summer nights, the crowds move to the terrace restaurants, bars and night markets. |
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Once away from the holiday costas, you could only be in Spain. In the cities, narrow twisting old streets suddenly open out to views of daring modern architecture, while spit-and-sawdust bars serving wine from the barrel rub shoulders with blaring, glaring discos. Travel is easy, accommodation plentiful, the climate benign, the people
relaxed, the beaches long and sandy, the food and drink easy to come by and
full of regional variety. More than 50 million foreigners a year visit
Spain, yet you can also travel for days and hear nothing but Spanish.
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Spain Tourist AttractionsSpain, one of the largest countries in Europe, occupies four-fifths of
the Iberian Peninsula. A land of extraordinary geographical and cultural
diversity, it has much to offer the tourist. While the Mediterranean beach
resorts on the Costa Blanca, Costa Brava and
Costa del Sol continue to
attract sun seekers, the north coast is gradually gaining in popularity. But
there is a great deal more to Spain than the beaches. The terrain is
amazingly diverse with a huge variety of landscapes: deciduous and
coniferous forests, arid plains, salt marshes, rocky bays and coves, peaks,
verdant river valleys and mountain streams. |
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| Gastronomy Spain - Culinary pleasure: Eating in Spain is one of the most pleasurable activities of daily life. Owing to the quality and variety or produce, it is one of the world's best. Enjoy it! more... | |||||||||
| Spain is a walkers' paradise offering endless possibilities for the walking enthusiast and independent holidaymaker. Whether you're a serious hiker or someone looking for a relaxing ramble, Spain offers stunning walks just a short distance inland from many tourist centres. | |||||||||
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Facts for the Traveler |
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Area: 504,782 sq km |
| Visas: Spain is one of 15 member countries of the Schengen
Convention, an agreement whereby all EU (European Union) member countries
(except the UK and Ireland) plus Iceland and Norway abolished checks at
internal borders in 2000. The other EU countries are Austria, Belgium,
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, the
Netherlands, Portugal and Sweden. EU, Norwegian and Icelandic nationals need
no visa, regardless of the length or purpose of their visit to Spain.
However, if they stay beyond 90 days they are required to register with the
police. Legal residents of one Schengen country (regardless of their
nationality) do not require a visa for another Schengen country. Nationals
of many other countries, including Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, New
Zealand, Switzerland and the USA, do not need a visa for tourist visits of
up to 90 days in Spain, although some of these nationalities (including
Australians and Canadians) may be subject to restrictions in other Schengen
countries and should check with consulates of all Schengen countries they
plan to visit. Nationals of those countries wishing to work or study in
Spain may need a specific visa, so should contact a Spanish consulate before
travel. The standard tourist visa issued by Spanish consulates is the
Schengen visa, valid for up to 90 days. A Schengen visa issued by one
Schengen country is generally valid for travel in all other Schengen
countries. Those needing a visa must apply in person at the consulate in the
country where they are resident. You may be required to provide proof of
sufficient funds, an itinerary or hotel bookings, return tickets and a
letter of recommendation from a host in Spain. Issue of the visa does not
guarantee entry. You can apply for no more than two visas in any 12-month
period and they are not renewable once in Spain. Visas are free for spouses
and children of EU nationals. Various transit visas also exist. Time Zone: GMT/UTC +1 Dialling Code: 34 Electricity: 230V ,50 Hz Weights & measures: Metric |
When to Go |
| Spain can be enjoyable any time of year. The ideal months to visit are May, June and September (plus April and October in the south). At these times you can rely on good-to-excellent weather, yet avoid the extreme heat – and the main crush of Spanish and foreign tourists – of July and August. But there's decent weather in some parts of Spain virtually year round. Winter along the southern and southeastern Mediterranean coasts is mild, while in the height of summer you can retreat to the northwest, to beaches or high mountains anywhere to escape excessive heat. The best festivals are mostly concentrated between Semana Santa (the week leading up to Easter Sunday) and September to October. |
Events |
| In true Spanish style, cultural events are almost inevitably celebrated
with a wild party and a holiday. Among the festivals to look out for are
La Tamborrada in San Sebastián on 19 January, a short but rowdy event
where the whole town dresses up and goes berserk. Carnaval takes
place throughout the country in late February; the wildest is said to be in
Sitges. In March, Valencia has a week-long party known as Las Fallas,
which is marked by all-night dancing, drinking, first-class fireworks and
colourful processions. Semana Santa (Holy Week) is the week leading
up to Easter Sunday, and is marked by parades of holy images through the
streets; Seville is the place to be if you can get accommodation. In late
April, Seville's Feria de Abril is a week-long party counterbalancing
the religious fervour of Semana Santa. The last Wednesday in August sees the Valencian town of Buñol go bonkers with La Tomatina, in which the surplus from its tomato harvest is sploshed around in a friendly riot. The Running of the Bulls (Sanfermines) in Pamplona in July is perhaps Spain's most famous festival. Along the north coast, staggered through the first half of August, is Semana Grande, another week of heavy drinking and hangovers. |
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