Cheap Holidays to Spain Help You Visit Historic Attractions
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Spain is a
fascinating European country with two archipelagos. One of them comprises the Canary
Islands located off the African coast and the other of the Balearic Islands in
the Mediterranean Sea. The diverse landscapes of this country attract plenty of
tourists every year from various parts of the world. Adventure seekers can also
have a wonderful time on the plains of Andalucia, the snow-clad Sierra Nevada,
and the islands of the Canaries and the Balearic. During your time spent in
this European country, you'll also get to witness some awe-inspiring
architectural wonders and historical sites.
While
enjoying your cheap
holidays to Spain, you'll get to explore the Sagrada Familia church located
in the Catalonian capital, Barcelona. It is one of the most unusual churches in
Europe and is still a work-in-progress since the beginning of its construction
in the late 19th century. It was designed by the legendary architect Antoni
Gaudi and was proclaimed a minor basilica and consecrated by Pope Benedict XVI.
Along with a visit to this basilica, you can also witness some of the other
interesting creations of Antoni Gaudi. Among them is the Casa Mila, which
appears more like a piece of sculpture than a functional building. You'll also
admire Parc Guell, which has also been created with impressive architecture.
A visit to
the Moorish palace complex called Alhambra is highly recommended during your
holiday spent in Spain. It is one of the famous structures built in the times
when this region was under the Muslim rulers. The palace complex includes many
buildings, gardens, towers, walls, and a mosque. It is one of the greatest
architectural delights that were created during the Middle Ages of Europe. Upon
exploring the palace built in the times of Nasrid rule, you'll come across some
intricate stone carvings, charming ceilings lined with tiles, beautiful
courtyards, and arches.
One of the
top art museums in the world, The Prado has some of the priceless art
treasures. It is located in the capital city of Madrid and is home to wonderful
collections of European art, dating back to the period ranging from the 12th
century to the 20th century. This museum was founded in the early 19th century
as a museum of paintings and sculpture. Among the famous works on display at
this museum is a painting created by Diego Velazquez in the mid-17th century.
Owing to some of the greatest art collections housed in this museum, it has
become one of the most visited sites in the world today.
Yet another
attraction you must not miss during your time spent in Spain is the Great
Mosque of Cordoba. It was a major mosque of Western Islam once and is among the
world's largest mosques in recent times. Also known as Mezquita, it is a
shining example of Moorish architecture and is a great example of Islamic art
and architecture in Western Europe. When this mosque was being constructed, the
materials for building the structure were used from the Roman and Visigothic
buildings. While getting around in the area surrounding this mosque, you'll
find yourself in a Moorish atmosphere with low whitewashed homes, winding
streets, and small squares.
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