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Find the peace and silence you need at these monasteries in Spain

On your next holiday get away from it all and leave the crowds and the noise of the city far behind you. There are a whole host of monasteries in Spain where you’ll find the absolute peace and silence that will help you to recharge those batteries. These are just a few of them:

Asturias on a plate! A culinary journey

A cuisine that’s the result of local traditions and the ingredients to be found in this region. Old recipes that have been passed down through the generations to the present day, ready for you to enjoy.

How to buy tickets and visiting the Alhambra

The Alhambra in the city of Granada is one of the most famous monuments in the world, and one of the most visited sites in Spain. To make your visit stand out, we're going to tell you all about the types of tickets there are and how you can purchase them.

Shopping in Spain: direct getaways from Europe

Fancy a city break? Plan a weekend visiting a city in another country, and go on a city break. The key to travelling for a short stay is a direct connection from your city of origin to the city you want to go to. Spain has direct connections to perfect locations for your dream shopping trip wherever you want to go. ...

Discover the most popular traditional sports in Spain

Surely you know the most common sports in Spain such as football, basketball, tennis, cycling and golf. However, there are other traditional sports from the Spanish regions that, if you are a curious athlete, you will want to try. ...

Discover the origins of the most traditional Spanish dishes

In Spain you’ll find recipes that originated in the distant past, with flavours that you can still enjoy today.

Get to know Spanish wines better by visiting the places where they are created

With over 4,000 wineries, Spain is a land of wine. And some of the wines produced are well known the world over. Through wine you’ll discover some wonderful places and routes that are not to be missed if you like a nice glass of wine.

Discover the birthplaces of some of Spain’s most famous football teams

Spain lives and breathes football. Millions of fans follow the championships, cheering on their teams from the stadiums in the best-known Spanish cities. Read on to discover the places in Spain with the most beloved football teams.

Discover the beaches of the Costa Brava, Girona

Crystal clear waters embraced by cliffs where small coves take refuge, give that special charm to the north coast of Catalonia. There are many beaches you can explore along the Costa Brava, either for a family day out, to enjoy some water sports, or to relax in a secluded cove... Would you like to discover some of them?

Ten tips for choosing your accommodation in Spain

Things you can do in Extremadura to discover its popular culture

There are dates on the calendar that mark the ideal moment to revive the legends that the villages and towns hold in their memories, and that commemorate their history. And to be honest, what better way to discover Extremadura’s folklore than taking part in its traditional popular fiestas. ...

Four art centres with cutting-edge architecture in Andalusia

Think of a museum. What do you imagine? Maybe a place full of works of art? Now think of Andalusia. What images pop into your mind? Impressive heritage buildings - cathedrals, the Alhambra in Granada, the Great Mosque of Cordoba? But there’s another Andalusia of daring cutting-edge design. Come with us to four spaces which break the mould. ...

Some of Spain's most famous caves

Naturally sculpted underground jewels. Bring out your speleological side and explore some of the most famous caves in Spain. Our ancestors lived in many of these caves, where they left their mark, and others are simply a place of unique beauty. Stalactites and stalagmites with unique shapes for you to interpret. ...

Discover the cities that gave us the most Spanish Olympic medal winners

The sports infrastructure in Spain is very impressive, with many different clubs, facilities and natural spaces especially designed so you can do any kind of sport 365 days a year. As such, great names in the world of sport are emerging every day in different cities, to represent Spain at the Olympic Games every four years. ...

Visit the most artistic areas of Barcelona: museums, galleries and architecture

Art can be represented in many ways and in countless styles. Spain boasts diverse artistic expressions thanks to its cultural richness. Although any big Spanish city will showcase important works by renowned artists, Barcelona offers a range of possibilities in its great art galleries.

Discover some of the most famous lakes in Spain

Amazing landscapes, walks full of calm and in some cases the possibility of taking a dip in the middle of nature. You can enjoy all this and much more at the most amazing lakes and lagoons in Spain. Surrounded by mountains, valleys and trails and brimming with unique fauna and flora, these jewels of Spanish nature will enchant you. ...

Discover Spain’s most famous pilgrimage routes

When we talk about pilgrimages in Spain, the first that comes to mind is the famous Camino de Santiago, or Way of Saint James, and all the possible routes leading to the great Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. And no wonder! ...

Discover magical legends in the natural spaces of Spain

There are places in Spain that tell of unique legends and where you can follow trails and paths full of fascinating stories.

Discover the natural treasures of Cantabria

Whether travelling the Camino de Santiago or exploring Green Spain, Cantabria is a region you have to visit. Journey back in time through its prehistoric caves, or explore places where nature reigns supreme, such as the Pas Valley in the Valles Pasiegos, the redwood forest, the El Soplao cave and the many nature reserves waiting for you to explore.

Defy gravity on the walkways across some of Spain's most impressive gorges

Check your vertigo at the door and get ready to peek over cliffs, wriggle between rock walls, walk along walkways over crystal-clear waters and cross suspension bridges. Make sure to take your camera with you to photograph some of Spain's most beautiful landscapes. ...

Cultural destinations that you will love: Barcelona, Cadaqués and Granada

These are three cultural destinations to find inspiration and dream. In Barcelona, with modernism and the architecture of Gaudí. In Cadaqués, with the surrealism of Salvador Dalí. In Granada, with the beauty of the Alhambra palace. You are bound to love them for all of these reasons... and for everything else you can find.