Attractions of Spain
Almost the whole Spain is a big open-air museum surrounded by beautiful beaches and resorts many of which are considered to be the best in Europe.
Spain is a country with centuries-long history. That's why there's located a big amount of historical attractions in Spain. They are absolutely different and belong to different ages. History of Spain also influenced its unique architecture. Spanish attractions include also a big number of medieval castles.
And of course one of the main Spanish attraction is its nature. Lovely sea, snowy mountains, beautiful beaches, fast rivers… all this you will find in Spain.
The Royal palace stands at the top of a green hill; from its windows and terraces an amazing view opens up onto the lower part of Madrid, where the Manzanares river flows through. IN the 9th century an Arab fort (alcazar) was built here, later to be rebuilt as a Habsburg castle. In 1734 the castle burned down and king Philip V started the construction of a Royal Palace in Italian Baroque style (the original project was designed by H.B. Saketti). The construction was finished only 30 years later, and Carlos III officially moved in to his new home.
Read moreThe Prado Museum is one of the most famous museums in Europe. It is virtually impossible to take a full tour of the museum in one day – it's just too big. The best thing to do is to visit the museum several times, and each time go see just one artist.The Prado Museum was founded by Queen Isabella II, the wife of King Ferdinand VII.
Read moreThe railroad commute with Barcelona; at the station you can purchase travel passes that cover riding in the subway, the train, the tramway, and the funicular on the way to the Montserrat monastery.
The mountain Montserrat monastery (the name is directly tied to a mountain range with the same name; the word "montserrat" translates to "jagged mountain") is a must visit for everyone who considers thyself a true Catalonian or is interested in the history and culture of Catalonia. In Montserrat you will find the image of La Moreneta, the patroness of Catalonia, a antique wooden figure of Mother Mary and her infant.
Read moreThe Santa Maria Cathedral is considered one of the most interesting Gothic style buildings in Spain and it is famous all around the world particularly for its stained glass windows that survived virtually intact since the 13th and 15th Century. The construction of the cathedral started in 1255, in place of a Roman church, which in turn was built on the foundation of ancient roman thermals.
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