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Thursday, January 3, 2008

Spain


Palacio de Linares

Spain, in southwestern Europe, covers the greater part of the Iberian Peninsula. The third largest country in Europe, it includes the Canary Islands in the Atlantic and the Balearics in the Mediterranean, and two small territories in North Africa. Its capital, Madrid, lies geographically in the centre of the country. Madrid boasts an exceptional number of world-class museums and galleries. Heading the list are the Prado, with the world's largest collection of Spanish art, the Thyssen-Bornemisza, which traces the development of Western art from the 14th century, and Reina Sofia, with its outstanding display of modern art. Other smaller museums includes the Museo Lazaro Galdiano.



Palacio Real

Within the autonomous region of Spain called Catalonia, Barcelona, the capital, acts as a living gallery of modernist and Art Nouveau architecture and decor. The temples and buildings of architect Antonio Gaudi, medieval churches, Roman wall remnants and well-loved promenades and plazas -- all produce a distinctive atmosphere. Called "the Paris of Spain" by Hans Christian Andersen for its soulful beauty and its rich cultural heritage, Barcelona has regained some of its youthful glory through recent autonomy and an acceptance of Catalonian culture within Spanish borders. Madrid's Top tourist attractions are Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas, Parque del Retiro, Museo Lazaro Galdiano, Museo Thyssen-Boornemisza, Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, Palacio Real and also Museo del Prado. Book for Hotels in Madrid in advance to get the best accomodation that you like. Visit Madrid to see the best museums and galleries in Madrid. See the many great diversity of great architectural style of the buildings in Madrid.


Montjuïc castle

Barcelona is more than the capital of Catalonia. It is the main city on the Spanish mainland from which to reach the Balearic Islands. In culture, commerce and sports it not rivals in Madrid, but also considers itself on a par with the greatest European cities. In Barcelona, there are many shops, cafes and hotels. Places of interests includes places like Casa Lleo Morera, Palau Guell, Montjuïc castle and Palau de la Musica Catalana. Flights are run by Iberia. It is wise to book your flights and Hotels in Barcelona in advance. If you choose to fly between Barcelona and Madrid, the duration is just 1 hour 15 minutes. Air Europa fly from Barcelona airport, terminal B. They now arrive in the new terminal 4 at Madrid Barajas. The check in for the Barcelona to Madrid flight is at desks Desks B44 to B58. The flights depart daily and food is available on board! Barcelona to Madrid flights are from 07:00 - 23.50, and they operate frequently throughout the day.



Barcelona Cathedral

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