Spain – the world arena of bull
flights, flamenco dancing and exquisite beaches. But Spain’s got
more than that as a tourist destination. The culture and lifestyle of
Spain is diverse and can captivate any first time visitor in the
first glance. The south of Spain can resemble the rolling green hills
of Ireland while the North appears more like the beautiful African
landscape of Morocco. Spain also has some of the finest golf courses
of the world that are ranked as one of the top hundred golf courses
all over the world. Further, Spain’s vivid and ancient history is
depicted in its mural ad cave paintings that throw light on the
traditions and customs of prehistoric mankind.
Taking a holiday break in Spain
Spain is world famous for its
admirable tourist destinations that include the Canary Islands,
Balearic Islands, Aragon, Cantabria, Barcelona, etc. Spain as a whole
is also a country that gives much importance to soccer which the
national team excels at. There is no particular time to visit Spain.
Any part of the year is best time to visit Spain as the climate is
always moderate and cool facilitating quick movement. However, for
those who want their holidays to be spent without breaking a
sweat, the months of July and August will have to be avoided. Spain
is the home of art museums. There are a host of museums like the
Reina Sofia, Salvador Dali Museum, Picasso Museum all of which houses
the most precious art pieces of all times. A number of golf
courses also adorn the landscape of Spain. The most noted courses in
the region include PGA Catalunya, Sotogrande, El Saler, Son Gual etc.
all of which are ranked among the top hundred of world’s best golf
courses.
Spain has an intricate network of
global cities. Madrid the bustling capital of the city is a major
tourist destination which is also the home ground of the popular
football team. Barcelona is the land of beautiful architecture where
vintage styled buildings and futuristic designs merge in a perfect
blend. The city also has a vibrant nightlife and a culture that comes
to life with its festive celebrations. Natural beaches are their best
at Almeria and Seville is home to the third largest cathedral in the
world. Spain as a whole can be quite a great destination for enjoying
your holidays. The most important festivals of Spain include Festival
de Patios, Las Cruces, Carnival, La Tomatina, etc.
Spain also provides a range of
outdoor adventure activates that match the standards of most
international tourist destinations. Cannoning is a favorite pastime
here where there are official clubs and training classes provided to
visitors. The Los Mallos in Aragon and Siurana close to Barcelona
provide some steep hills for the favor of climbing enthusiasts. There
are no less facilities for hiking and downhill skiing. Spain is world
famous for some of the finest down skiing resorts that are the venue
of some world championships too.
