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Photograph fascinating geological formations, spot varied wildlife and look out at a chain of scenic bays from the top of an emblematic rock. 

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.

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

Scenic coves, rock pools and beaches decorate this picturesque coastline. An ecological footpath leads to botanical displays and beachside cafés and bars.

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

Gaze at a shoreline dotted with pretty bays and coves, spot Balearic Islands and watch marvelous sunsets at this hilltop viewpoint. 

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

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. 

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

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

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

As well as lavish vegetation and panoramic views, this beautiful mountain has historic buildings that played an important role in the history of the city.

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

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.

Discover this tiny Mediterranean paradise, awash with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water, where you\'ll enjoy the freedom and bright light radiated by this Balearic island.

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

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

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

Visit the two intriguing castles that flank this historic Spanish beach and relax on its photogenic stretch of golden sand.

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