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Consider how an old monastery was converted into a modern masterpiece and learn about customs and art in the Basque region.

Count the regularly spaced scallop shells that adorn the walls of this historic 500-year-old building surrounded by symbols of love.

An arresting façade, richly decorated chapels and the tomb of a former king make this centuries-old church one of Pamplona’s most symbolic landmarks. 

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.

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

From the peaks of the Pyrenees to sun-scorched beaches and desert-like regions, Spain is a country of diverse landscapes. Enjoy this natural backdrop while you view eclectic architecture, sample regional food and be swept up in one of the country’s many festivals.

Stop by a 16th-century meeting room inside the Cathedral of Seville that is stunningly decorated with religious paintings, sculptures and reliefs.

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

From the peaks of the Pyrenees to sun-scorched beaches and desert-like regions, Spain is a country of diverse landscapes. Enjoy this natural backdrop while you view eclectic architecture, sample regional food and be swept up in one of the country’s many festivals.

Madrid\'s iconic city gate is a work of art in its own right.

Take a tour of this modernist gem and then buy a ticket for a performance in Barcelona’s main concert hall.

This grand mansion was one of Gaudí’s first major commissions and has now been restored to its original glory.

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

From the peaks of the Pyrenees to sun-scorched beaches and desert-like regions, Spain is a country of diverse landscapes. Enjoy this natural backdrop while you view eclectic architecture, sample regional food and be swept up in one of the country’s many festivals.

Experience the rich Baroque beauty of this ornate basilica, built on the site where devotees believe that the Virgin Mary appeared on a marble pillar in A.D. 40.

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

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

Discover the city that inspired one of the masterpieces of Spanish literature and gaze upon the architectural beauty of its streets, as well as enjoying the local cuisine and some first-class ciders.

Discover one of the most significant landmarks of Salamanca, a spectacular structure with medieval sites, ancient gargoyles and unforgettable works of art. 

Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!

Its grandiose colonnade and refurbished 19th-century interior make up an exquisite setting, with excellent acoustics for operatic shows and music concerts.

Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!