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Best Tourism Villages in Spain and Italy

February 8, 2023 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The United Nations World Tourism Organization, or UNWTO, released its latest list of the World’s Best Tourism Villages. Thirty-two villages worldwide made it to the list; two are from Italy, and three are from Spain! These villages highlight the potential of the tourism industry to diversify the economy and provide opportunities
Inside the Real Alcazar in Madrid, Spain.
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4 Magnificent Real Alcazar in Spain

January 22, 2023 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
I visited four magnificent Real Alcazar in Spain: Madrid, Toledo, Segovia, and Sevilla. These are palaces or castles where the royals lived in wealth and opulence. Every visitor will be transported to a world of luxury, from their facade to their interiors. The chambers, the halls, the ceilings, and the
Travel Itinerary: How to Spend a Day in Segovia (Spain).
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5 Places to See in Segovia

January 20, 2023 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Segovia, located in the heart of Spain, is a charming and historic city with a wealth of sights to see. Here are five must-see attractions in Segovia: The Aqueduct of Segovia This stunning Roman aqueduct is one of the most famous landmarks in the city. Built in the first century
Real Alcazar / Things to do in Sevilla for Two or Three Days
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10 Things to do in Sevilla in Three Days

January 3, 2023 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Here are ten things to do in Sevilla, the capital of Andalusia! It is a city full of history, culture, and beautiful architecture. Located in the south of Spain, Seville is known for its warm climate, delicious tapas, and lively flamenco dancing. If you’re planning a trip to Seville, here
Murallas de Avila - Spain's Most Preserved City Walls (Spain).
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5 Places to Visit in Avila

December 26, 2022 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Here are five places to visit in Avila, Spain. This medieval city is a stunning city located in the heart of the country. Known for its rich history and stunning architecture, Avila offers visitors a glimpse into the past and a chance to experience the beauty of Spain. Here are
Park Guell in Barcelona is Visually Stunning / Barcelona Buildings Designed by Gaudi(Spain).
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Barcelona Buildings Designed by Gaudi

December 24, 2022 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Barcelona is known for its vibrant culture, world-class cuisine, and stunning architecture. One of the most notable architectural styles in the city is the work of Antoni Gaudí, the celebrated Catalan architect known for his unique and imaginative designs. Gaudí was born in 1852 in the city of Reus, near
Why You Should Visit Segovia Cathedral / 5 Places to Visit (Spain).
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Spain: Why You Should Visit Segovia Cathedral

May 21, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Most of the churches around Spain have the title of the cathedral – and Segovia Cathedral is one of them. It adorns the premises of the town’s Plaza Mayor. You can’t miss its giant structure coated in yellowish color. This might be the only Gothic Cathedral you’ve seen with such
One Day in Salamanca (Spain).
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Travel Itinerary: One Day in Salamanca

May 16, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
One day in Salamanca may not be enough to explore this medieval town. Up to this day, the community is still known as a university town. The town’s premier university – University of Salamanca – is Spain’s oldest university and the world’s 3rd oldest that’s still operating until today. Salamanca
Inside the Magnificent Barcelona Cathedral (Barrio Gothic, Spain)
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Inside the Magnificent Barcelona Cathedral

May 14, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Better than Santa Maria Cathedral, the Barcelona Cathedral is the epitome of religious devotion, and most importantly, of Gothic architecture. Its high-rise pillars, the overall size of the cathedral, and the atmosphere inside awakened my spirit and encouraged me to stay there for more than an hour. Before I could
Palau Guell in Barcelona is a Mansion With Splendid Interior (Spain).
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Palau Guell in Barcelona is a Mansion With a Splendid Interior

May 13, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The Palau Guell in Barcelona may look ordinary outside but wait until you step inside. It’s splendid! Truly Magnifique!  Barcelona is love not because of its 24/7 party scenes but also because it has some of the most architecturally and artistically revered ancient buildings, such as the Paul Guell Mansion.
The Breathtaking Views of Toledo from Mirador del Valle (Spain).
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Travel Itinerary: One Day in Toledo

May 12, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Just like the rest of the cities in Spain, Toledo also presents a conundrum of Roman, Jewish, Christian, and Muslim architecture, which actually tells the stories of the confluence of these cultures resulting from the respective conquests. The entire day I spent in the city had me gawking at the
Travel Itinerary: How to Spend a Day in Segovia (Spain).
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Travel Itinerary: How to Spend a Day in Segovia

May 11, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Spain has served as the crux of the Muslim-Christian-Roman skirmishes in the past. Because of these, nearly every city in the country has Gothic Cathedrals perched on some hill, Romanesque churches built on the remains of a former building, and the usual medieval architecture that dots around the city in
The Plaza Mayor in Salamanca Has No Place For A Dictator (Spain).
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The Plaza Mayor in Salamanca Has No Place For A Dictator

May 10, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The Plaza Mayor in Salamanca has no place for a dictator – especially for Francisco Franco who brutally ruled Spain from 1939 – 1975. Nowadays, Spain is continually trying to erase everything that’s related to this Nazi sympathizer. Salamanca has finally done what should have been done long time ago.
Travel Itinerary: One Day in Avila (Spain).
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Travel Itinerary: One Day in Avila

May 6, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Avila is one of the historical jewels of the crown of Spain. Cities around the world are witnesses of many past events, and this medieval town is no exception. It has seen the Moorish and the Christian rule, and both eras have left their footprints on the city in the
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