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

Go to the top of this great mountain in San Sebastián and visit a traditional amusement park with spectacular views as a backdrop.

Ponds, sculptures and slides grace the leafy park near this long and innovative two-part bridge that doesn’t quite meet in the middle. 

In the heart of Mérida\'s historical center is its medieval square. Relax in the restaurants and visit centuries-old buildings that surround this attractive plaza.

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.

Be awed by the remarkable legacy of the Ancient Romans as you stroll around the colossal structure that has towered over Segovia’s Old Town for 2,000 years.

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

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.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

One of the Costa Blanca’s finest beaches is loved by locals and vacationers alike for its soft sand, crystalline water, busy promenade and nightlife. 

Watch stirring flamenco performances on the patio of this historical landmark and find out how the building is entwined with Andalucía’s cultural identity.

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

Admire the intriguing boat shape of a medieval castle from this unobstructed viewpoint in the midst of a pleasant park.

Investigate a vast collection of modern and contemporary art both inside and outside one of the most recognizable buildings in Bilbao.

The pale sandstone fortress from Córdoba’s Moorish occupation contains a fascinating museum documenting the city’s religious history and offers excellent views.

Relax in a spacious and green park that features a boating lake, children’s play area and stunning sculptures. Stroll or bike through the pleasant surroundings.

The pale sandstone fortress from Córdoba’s Moorish occupation contains a fascinating museum documenting the city’s religious history and offers excellent views.

Go back in time to the days of Don Quixote at this medieval square and see the 16th-century fountain that marks the site of a former equestrian marketplace.

The pale sandstone fortress from Córdoba’s Moorish occupation contains a fascinating museum documenting the city’s religious history and offers excellent views.

The pale sandstone fortress from Córdoba’s Moorish occupation contains a fascinating museum documenting the city’s religious history and offers excellent views.

This impressive feat of architecture offers sweeping views of El Tajo Gorge, Ronda’s townscape and a countryside of patchwork fields and rolling mountains.