Spain is a diverse country cited between the Iberian Peninsula with Portugal at the western end of the Mediterranean Sea. It is the country with the second-largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, after Italy, and the largest number of World Heritage Cities. Here one can find many magical and untouched corners waiting to be discovered. Spain is considered an exotic country in Europe due to its friendly inhabitants, unperturbed lifestyle, its mouth watering cuisine, vivacious nightlife, and world-famous folklore and festivities.
Tourist Attractions
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Cheap Spain Holiday Packages and explore the many museums and historical edifices within the cities circumference. The Prado Museum, Madrid - The Prado Museum is regarded as one of the worlds great museums. Also places such as the Spain of Gaudi, Dali, and Picasso, of Goya and Velazquez museums and galleries that is proudly displayed in Madrid's. Spain's Pamplona is a unique experience of thundering streets that vibrate to the rhythm of man and beast during the annual running of the bulls. Barcelona is Spain's showcase of the unique architectural style of Gaudi's bizarre organic turrets and balconies. The Alhambra, Granada is set against the mountain backdrop of the Sierra Nevada. With
Spain Holiday Packages discover the ancient Moorish capital of Spain and home to La Alhambra, one of the greatest undertakings of Islamic art and architecture. The outstanding design of the building by Frank O. Gehry makes the Guggenheim in Bilbao one of the most significant constructions of the 20th century. It is a huge futuristic structure and a 10-foot dog made from flowering plants by the American artist Jeff Koons guards the entrance. Visit the Balearic Islands made up of four main islands such as the Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. Each islet has its own distinct personality and charm.
Shopping
Taking gives you a chance to shop at the leathers paradise as it has ample supply of very top quality leather and leather goods ranging from the smallest purse or handbag to huge leather furniture. Look out for the large factory outlets although watch the prices. You may find the range of goods better but the prices will be higher than those in the small shops. the Barcelona Spain shopping line you'll find a huge selection of shops including many of the big names like Versace, Giorgio Armani, Burberry, Bally, Cartier and Calvin Klein to name but a few. Save on extra cash with
Spain Holiday Packages and spend at some of the finest shops at the Barcelona's Avenida Portal d'Angel shopping street is packed with Spanish high street stores like Mango, Zara and Massimo Dutti. Local chain Bershka is great for cheap jeans and the latest accessories for budget travellers.
Spain Cuisine
One can get enticed by the numerous delicacies in Spain. The city offers a food ranges from cheese and olives to squid or meat delicacies. Many of the specialities of Spanish cuisine are based on seafood. Asturias has its famous bean soup, fabada, cheeses and the best cider in Spain, and in Galicia there are shellfish, especially good in casseroles, and a number of regional seafood dishes such as hake a la Gallega. Though these foods are unusual and may not appeal to the taste buds of some, they can venture to the various restaurants offering international cuisines.
