A cocktail of bullfighting, flamenco and sangria, Spain is a country blessed with rich history and culture. Add beautiful beaches and warm climate, and its evident why Spain is the worlds second most visited country.
The demise of Franco opened Spain to a curious world. A booming tourist industry allowed the country to grow, revealing its history and way of life to an interested planet.
Each town revels in its individual brand of architecture, none more so than Barcelona, bearing the architectural signature of Antonio Gaudi. The Hostal Dos Reis Catolicos in Santiago de Compostela is believed to be the worlds oldest hotel. Buildings in the far south of Spain retain a distinct Moroccan influence, a consequence of invasions from ancient past.
Northern Spain seems to have been inspired by Celtic Britain, even borrowing the Scottish bagpipes as instrument of choice.
Spains emotional love affair with the art world is captured in its many fine museums. Works of the countrys favourite sons, including the surreal compositions of Dali, and the enigmatic genius of Picasso are displayed with honour.
Attracting over 2 million visitors a year, La Sagrada...