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Why visit Spain?
Festive land flamenco rhythm and fiestas, bullfights, controversies, culture for its exceptional heritage and varied cuisine, Spain offers its most beautiful appearance. Occupying most of the Iberian Peninsula, its beaches are as beautiful as its typical villages. Spaniards love to party but also take a nap. Eating at noon is not very customary of the country that prefers to eat a little later. In most Spanish cities, you will not see bars or clubs filling up until midnight, locals preferring “tapas” bars, or eating a little later and having a drink.
Spain is a country that receives more and more visitors, so it is not surprising to see its resorts and big cities crowded with tourists at certain times of the year (the climate is very advantageous here) . So, if you want to get a little quiet and privacy, and discover charming places, do not hesitate to withdraw a little in the land and reach villages still little visited.
Madrid: The capital can be visited in a weekend or 3 days provided you do not hang out. In addition to the famous museums such as Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, Centro de Arte Reina Sof’a, or the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, Madrid is best known for its countless tapas bars, especially in the trendy Chueca neighborhoods. the Latina. Everything can be done on foot by taking a break in the parks of the city like the Retiro.
Barcelona and Catalonia: At the border of France, Catalonia is an ideal destination to enjoy the mountains and beaches of the Costa Brava, between the style and genius of Salvador Dali and Gaudi, the charming villages and finally the very dynamic Barcelona. The latter enjoys an incredible architectural richness, with monuments and modern places such as the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell, and an exciting nightlife.
Valencia and its surroundings: The third largest city in Spain is attractive for its diversity: beaches, museums, gardens, bars and clubs. Its modernity was boosted by the arrival in the 1980s of the metro, modern art, the design of the Jardins del Turia, then the many sporting events in the 2000s. Valencia is a destination in its own right in Spain.
Andalusia: The southern province is prodigious and radiant with beauty. With its Moslem influences, the region can be visited in five major points: Seville with its jewel of monuments the Giralda or the Alcazar, is the capital of the autonomous region. Cadiz, Cordoba, Malaga and Granada are also worth a visit on the South. Remember to provide some water bottles and accessories against the heat, especially in summer.
Galicia, Asturias, Basque Country: This part North / North-West of Spain is crossed by Pilgrimage of Santiago de Compostela. Between nature and ocean, Galicia keeps memories of the Celts and Romans, while Asturias is a destination for winter sports. The Basque Country, its capital Bilbao, and its traditions will charm you with their culture and their nature.
Why Spain?
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