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If you are wondering about where to go for your holiday, stop and pause at Spain. A country, which has a number of interesting things to offer you, it is an option, which you cannot afford to miss out on. It has a rich history accompanied by beautiful cultures and many religions. Each city in Spain is like a whole new world with absolutely new things to explore what with each government working according to their sets of rules and regulations.

The capital of Spain is Madrid, which is as popular for its football team as it is for its nightclubs and pubs. Apart from this, Madrid is also a city proud for containing three of the most famous museums in the whole world. The largest city in the whole of Spain, Madrid is the economic and political hub of the country. It is home to Picasso’s Geurnica, the Alhambra Palace, the stylish Royal Palace with its paintings, architecture and grounds, the open theatres namely the Teatro Real, and the parliament buildings. Other than this, visitors to Madrid must not forget to check out the largest bull-fighting ring, and try to catch a match or two as well!

One of the most popular cities is Barcelona. Whether it is the Church of the Holy Family or the iconic route Las Ramblas, the Barri Gotic in the centre of the city or the gateway known as Arc del Triomf -you will be charmed like you have never been before. The architecture stand in all their glory with their numerous patterns and structures. The various churches of the city are reminders of an era which was golden especially where architecture was concerned. Apart from these, the second largest city is renowned for its many universities, art galleries and museums. There are walks from what is the ruin of the Roman era to the modern Barcelona, the second largest aquarium, air-tramways, zoological compilations, the Catalan Parliament and IMAX theatres to add to the tourist attractions. Barcelona is also a treat for football fans, being the home city to two popular football teams. It is also known for its basketball team and for its formula one race tracks. Thus Barcelona is a good mix of the old world and the new.

Another important city is the southern Cordoba. In Cordoba one can find the world’s most enchanting mosque, Mezquita, with which the word ‘Cordoba’ is synonymous almost. Another striking milestone is the Alcazar, a palace, which was once used for the Spanish Inquisition. Known originally as ‘Corduba’, it is home to many legends like Seneca, Averroes, Maimonides and Lucan. Sightseers must also not overlook the splendid Ducal Palace, a ruin of the Renaissance period in history.

Spain is also popular for its beautiful beaches and pretty hotels. It is a modern country with all the up to date facilities. This couple with a charm of the past eras leaves nothing to be desired. In short, it is a perfect holiday get-away


 
 
 
     

 
     

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