Tag Archives: Spain

Barcelona’s Must-See Destination: Discover the History and Beauty of Parc de la Ciutadella. 

Parc de la Ciutadella, located in the heart of Barcelona, is one of the city’s most popular green spaces. Its origins trace back to the 18th century when it was built as a military fortress. Over time, the fortress was transformed into a public park in the mid-19th century, becoming a favorite urban retreat forContinueContinue reading “Barcelona’s Must-See Destination: Discover the History and Beauty of Parc de la Ciutadella. “

Barcelona’s Gems: Discover the Best Gaudi’s Architectural Masterpieces  

Barcelona is a city rich in architectural beauty including several notable buildings designed by the brilliant architect Antoni Gaudi: Casa Mila, Casa Batllo, Casa Calvet, Palau Güell and Casa Vicens. These whimsical structures are must-see attractions for both visitors and art lovers. Gaudi’s works, characterized by the absence of straight lines, colorful mosaics, and aContinueContinue reading “Barcelona’s Gems: Discover the Best Gaudi’s Architectural Masterpieces  “

Discover the Charm of Calpe: A Coastal Gem in Spain.

Calpe is a Spanish picturesque town, on the Mediterranean Sea, gem of Costa Blanca and it has been a popular tourist destination.   Calp is famous for its beautiful beaches, rich history, spectacular natural beauty, and is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to the Costa Blanca.  Calpe has a long and rich history datingContinueContinue reading “Discover the Charm of Calpe: A Coastal Gem in Spain.”

Discover Valencia’s Narrowest Building: A Unique Architectural Hidden Gem. 

La Finca más Estrecha de Europa, or the Narrowest Building in Europe, is a charming architectural gem located in the heart of Valencia, Spain. This unique building has captivated visitors and residents.  The Narrowest Building in Europe is located on Placa de Lope de Vega, in Valencia’s historic El Carmen neighborhood, a vibrant area famed forContinueContinue reading “Discover Valencia’s Narrowest Building: A Unique Architectural Hidden Gem. “

Thursday Travel: Casa de Mila, Barcelona, Spain

Located in the heart of Barcelona, Casa de Mila is a stunning example of Catalan modernist architecture. Designed by the amazing architect Antoni Gaudí, this building is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a must-see attraction for visitors to the city. Casa de Mila, also known as La Pedrera, was built between 1906 and 1912ContinueContinue reading “Thursday Travel: Casa de Mila, Barcelona, Spain”

Beautiful Spain: Sunny Beaches, Delicious Food, Rich Cultural Traditions and Majestic Mountains.

I’m home. I just returned from vacation, and even though I enjoy returning home, my mind is still in beautiful, sunny Spain.   Spain is a dynamic and diverse country filled with friendly people, rich cultural traditions, and stunning landscapes.   We visited different cities and each one of them was incredibly gorgeous.  Barcelona offersContinueContinue reading “Beautiful Spain: Sunny Beaches, Delicious Food, Rich Cultural Traditions and Majestic Mountains.”

Spain:  Candeleda.

Have you heard of Candeleda? I didn’t, until I received an inquiry from my reader to write about it.  I was very intrigued by that request. I did research. And here it is…  I am very glad to tell you about this lovely place and share all the information that I found.   Perhaps, some travelers can includeContinueContinue reading “Spain:  Candeleda.”

Which countries have the most UNESCO Heritage sites ?

55 Heritage Sites: Historic center of Rome Historic center of Florence The Trulli of Alberobello Villa d’Este, Tivoli Venice and its Lagoon Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande, Modena and more… 55 Heritage Sites: The Great Wall Summer Palace, an Imperial Garden in Beijing Kulangsu, a Historic International Settlement Cultural Landscape of Honghe Hani RiceContinueContinue reading “Which countries have the most UNESCO Heritage sites ?”