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Climb to the lofty viewing tower of this cathedral commissioned in 1717 and completed in 1838. Inspect the crypt, carved choir and impressive dome painting.

Wander amid the many lanes of the historic center where interesting architecture, a leafy park and traditional apple cider await. 

A lake and a majestic fountain are among the highlights in this urban park that stands on the site of the city’s former fortress.

From the peaks of the Pyrenees to sun-scorched beaches and desert-like regions, Spain is a country of diverse landscapes. Enjoy this natural backdrop while you view eclectic architecture, sample regional food and be swept up in one of the country’s many festivals.

Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.

Tour this beautiful city in Asturias, where you will find stunning architecture dating back to the 9th century, lovely green scenery and great gastronomy.  

Experience the rich Baroque beauty of this ornate basilica, built on the site where devotees believe that the Virgin Mary appeared on a marble pillar in A.D. 40.

Consider how an old monastery was converted into a modern masterpiece and learn about customs and art in the Basque region.

A canal filled with boats laps around the scenic gardens at the front of this neo-Renaissance palace known as the Venice of Seville.

An arresting façade, richly decorated chapels and the tomb of a former king make this centuries-old church one of Pamplona’s most symbolic landmarks. 

Take in the large domed ceilings and artistic details in one of Gaudí’s earliest buildings.

See the majestic gate that was once Madrid’s eastern entrance but is today a symbol of the Spanish metropolis.

Experience the rich Baroque beauty of this ornate basilica, built on the site where devotees believe that the Virgin Mary appeared on a marble pillar in A.D. 40.

This concert hall is an awe-inspiring example of modernist architecture. Tour the building or get in early for tickets to a performance.

A canal filled with boats laps around the scenic gardens at the front of this neo-Renaissance palace known as the Venice of Seville.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

Maze-like hedges, marble sculptures and colorful flower beds adorn this historic royal garden, where the palace’s stables and carriages once lay.

Note the numbers on the balconies that represent former bullring boxes. Try delicious local wine in this festive central square.

Discover one of the most significant landmarks of Salamanca, a spectacular structure with medieval sites, ancient gargoyles and unforgettable works of art. 

Stop by a 16th-century meeting room inside the Cathedral of Seville that is stunningly decorated with religious paintings, sculptures and reliefs.

This impressive feat of architecture offers sweeping views of El Tajo Gorge, Ronda’s townscape and a countryside of patchwork fields and rolling mountains.