Spain has become the must-see destination for over 50 million visitors every year, who come to this sun-blessed country to enjoy the amazing culture and ancient heritage as well as the great weather. Whether your tastes are more in tune with the fine art of Picasso or the flavors of a good Paella, Spain has something for everyone. Spain has opened several new airports in recent years, making it much easier to reach parts of the country that were once visited only by the hardiest of travelers. While this may make it more convenient to reach all the great sites, it has also made it more difficult to decide where to go.
When you are visiting Spain you have to make sure that Barcelona is on your itinerary. Barcelona was originally a Roman city and you can still see a lot of the Roman influence in their architecture and rich heritage. You should visit the cathedral of Santa Eulalia as well as Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia, especially if you love history. There are also numerous beaches to explore, stores to shop at and places to eat in. Barcelona itself could be your complete vacation if you let it, and it is definitely a place you do not want to miss.
If you are a worshiper of the sun, then you need to make a trip to Alicante, which would be a perfect spot to visit after you stop in Barcelona since it is right down the coast from there. It is not hard to see why Alicante is a favorite among tourists since it has many beaches to sun bathe on and also has many more streets to roam. From Alicante, if you want adventure, you can visit a real pirate’s cove at Tabarca or you can hop a train to visit the Palmeral of Elche, a designated world heritage site and also home to one of the biggest palm tree groves on the entire planet.
For amazing sunsets and an all-around experience, Murcia is located a little further south by car. The Mar Menor area that surrounds the city hosts a remarkably charming lagoon that is perfect for viewing the sun setting in the west. The city boasts incredible architectural sites with a pictorial mountainous horizon – an experience that is truly difficult to pass up.
If you truly want dry and hot, than head for the port of Almeria. This great city has an average of 330 days without a drop of rain every year. Take a trip to the nearby desert of Tabernas and you will probably feel a sense of deja-vu, since so many of Hollywood’s great westerns were filmed here. The history fans in your party will enjoy a tour of the amazing Alcazaba, the Moorish castle that has been a part of this city for centuries. Or, if you prefer the great outdoors, head to the Cabo de Gata-Nijar Natural Park, home to some of the world’s most exciting geological features as well as some excellent diving.
The city of Malaga is a favorite of tourists and native Spaniards alike. Situated next to the Costa del Sol, the town is easy to travel to and offers a variety of experiences in a compact area. Anyone wanting to fit in a skydiving adventure, a bull fight, and a visit to the renowned Picasso Museum (all in one day) must fit this town and the surrounding areas into their travels.
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