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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Discover the city that inspired one of the masterpieces of Spanish literature and gaze upon the architectural beauty of its streets, as well as enjoying the local cuisine and some first-class ciders.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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