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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Ponds, sculptures and slides grace the leafy park near this long and innovative two-part bridge that doesn’t quite meet in the middle. 

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

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

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.

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

One of the Costa Blanca’s finest beaches is loved by locals and vacationers alike for its soft sand, crystalline water, busy promenade and nightlife. 

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

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

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.

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

Admire the intriguing boat shape of a medieval castle from this unobstructed viewpoint in the midst of a pleasant park.

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

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.