Barcelona & Andulsia

About the destination: Barcelona is a coastal city in northeastern Spain. It's the capital and biggest city of the autonomous region of Catalonia, and the second most populated municipality in Spain. The city has a population of 1.6 million within its limits, but its urban area, which extends to many neighboring municipalities within the Province of Barcelona, is home to approximately 4.8 million people. This makes it the fifth most populated urban area in the European Union, following Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid, and Milan. Barcelona is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, situated on the coast between the mouths of the Llobregat and Besòs rivers. It's bordered to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range, the highest peak of which is 512 meters (1,680 feet) tall.

About the destination: Spain's diverse heritage is perhaps nowhere more tangible to visitors than in Cordoba. The Roman Bridge, along with scattered pillars and ramparts, testifies to the city's significance during Roman times. The Arab occupation ushered in its greatest prosperity, and for a time, Cordoba, with its vast library, was the largest city in the world. Today, Cordoba embodies the essence of Andalusia: white-washed houses line narrow streets, concealing serene patios, and the strains of cante jondo, a vocal style in flamenco, still echo from time to time. Most of the sights and monuments are concentrated in the Juderia, a maze of narrow, winding streets that was once the city's Jewish quarter. This area lies between the Plaza de las Tendillas, Cordoba's main square, and the River Guadalquivir. Here, visitors will find the city's symbol, The Mezquita, or Great Mosque, a mystical wonder; an airy forest of 850 marble, alabaster, and stone pillars supports the 425 striped double-decker arches. From the tower, visitors can clearly see how the 13th-century conversion into a cathedral resulted in an incongruous juxtaposition of styles. The Jewish quarter is great for tapas and bar-hopping; while you're at it, try a light, dry fino or a sweet Pedro Ximenez, the most famous local wines. Córdoba offers plenty of reasons to visit. This city invites you to dream: just wander through its convoluted alleys, and you'll realize you're in a unique place. Don't miss the sunset from the Roman Bridge over the Guadalquivir River. After that, you won't want to go to sleep.

About the destination: Seville has a unique charm, this vibrant city is filled with enchanting traditional architecture in hues of lemons, plums, and oranges. The Guadalquivir River flows roughly from north to south through Seville. The majority of the city, including the historic district of Barrio de Santa Cruz, is located on the east bank, while the Barrio de Triana is situated on the west bank. At midnight, spontaneous singing, clapping, and guitar playing fill the bars and streets. During the day, the city's diverse heritage becomes evident. The Romans, Moors, Catholic Spaniards, and now, throngs of tourists have all attempted to claim Seville as their own. Indeed, Seville has always managed to ignite the imagination of newcomers. From the outside, the cathedral may not seem impressive; you must enter to truly grasp its size. Huge pillars support the vaulted ceiling, and the abundance of treasure is unbelievably magnificent. Another major attraction of the city is La Giralda, which was the minaret of the Almohad mosque. From the top, there's a spectacular view of the city across the spiked spires and buttresses of the roof. La Torre del Oro, a symbol of the city, originally covered in golden tiles, has been standing guard over the town since 1220. Seville at night is magical, everything takes on a mystical aura that can mesmerize and if you know how to experience it, you will be captivated by its charm.

About the destination: Barcelona is a coastal city in northeastern Spain. It's the capital and biggest city of the autonomous region of Catalonia, and the second most populated municipality in Spain. The city has a population of 1.6 million within its limits, but its urban area, which extends to many neighboring municipalities within the Province of Barcelona, is home to approximately 4.8 million people. This makes it the fifth most populated urban area in the European Union, following Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid, and Milan. Barcelona is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, situated on the coast between the mouths of the Llobregat and Besòs rivers. It's bordered to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range, the highest peak of which is 512 meters (1,680 feet) tall.