Archive for November, 2007

Nov 26 2007

Granada: An ancient jewel in Spain

One of the most known “cultural” cities in Spain, Granada is an extraordinary gift for those travellers that love to get in touch with ancient culture, history and architecture.

Granada has plenty to offer for everybody: with the amazing Alhambra, a moorish palace built during the arab occupancy in the medieval times, that was recently nominated as one of the new seven world wonders, the Palace of Charles V, of renacentist style, and its privilege setting that let Granada visitors to enjoy of the always sunny “Costa Tropical” beach and the high profile winter sports center of Sierra Nevada. So if you are either looking to get in touch with the ancient culture, get the perfect tan or practice your ski techniques, Granada is the perfect destination.

For more information about the exotic Granada, visit the new Granada Travel Guide, and get not only all the information about the best Granada destinations and activities but also take advantage of the most attractive Granada travel offers!

Have you already travelled to Granada? Tell us your story and share the magic  Granada experience.

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Nov 16 2007

Beautiful Costa del Sol Video

Here is a sneak of the beautiful and exotic Costa del Sol, we have talk so much about!

What are you waiting to visit Costa del Sol?

If you have already been there share withl us your stories and experiences, we would be happy to publish them!

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Nov 06 2007

A hidden gem in Extremadura: Cáceres

Cáceres is the capital of the Cáceres province in Extremadura, Spain. A hidden cultural gem for the art and cultural lovers. A 91606 habitants city, Cáceres is impressive with its Old Town, also known as Monumental City, that gathers historical buildings from the Medieval Times.

Cáceres is a Unesco World Heritage city since 1986,  with its beautiful cathedrals, churches, walls and palaces, is the perfect destination is you want to discover more about Spain history and culture.

Here you have a “sneak preview” of the beautiful Cáceres, a candidate to be an European Capital of Culture in 2016:

Cáceres, Spain

 

Cáceres, Spain

Cáceres, Spain

 

Cáceres, Spain

 

Cáceres, Spain

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Nov 01 2007

The Day of All Saints: A special Spain Holiday

Published by Travel Blogger under Spain Traditions

Today Spain celebrates a national holiday: The Day of All Saints, a typical Christian holiday, very important in Spain where 76% of the population identify themselves as Catholics.

During the 1st of November Spaniards takes the opportunity to remember their family and friends that have passed away by visiting cemeteries and going to mass.

The name of “All Saints” refers to the origin of this festivity, during the 8th century, when the Pope Gregory III established the 1st of November as a festivity to honor all the Saints (known and unknown).

Have you had the opportunity to travel to Spain during this holiday? If so, don’t hesitate to share your experience with us!

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