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Regions of Spain in brief: Regional  recommendations:
	Andalucía (Andalusia) - Land of Flamenco, the exciting music and dance in the region, down in the sunny south of Spain.  Great monumental cities await you - visit Granada's fascinating Alhambra Palace or Córdoba's Mezquita, imbibe the history and splendour of Sevilla.  Enjoy the art, dining, shopping and culture in Málaga city. Looking for a beach holiday?  Choose from the Costa del Sol, Costa de la Luz or Costa de Almería for those endless sandy beaches, the warm Mediterranean sea or the cooler Atlantic ocean.  A little of everything in this exciting area of Spain...	Best Places For Backpacking in Andalucia, Spain Beautiful Andalucia in the south of Spain offers stark contrasts, depending on whether you are in one of the popular beach resorts or heading to one of the iconic cities, such as Granada and Seville...
	Aragón - Located in northern Spain, this region comprises three provinces:  Zaragoza, Teruel and Huesca.  Relatively unspoiled by tourism, this is a beautiful and historic region with the Aragón Pyrenees forming the central portion of the Spanish Pyrenees.  Being so close to the mountains, the area is ideal for Pyrenees trekking in the warmer months and skiing in the winter. Visit the Mudejar and Romanic architecture and don't miss Zaragoza, the capital of Aragón...	Parador de Bielsa, Aragón Pyrenees This welcoming mountain enclave is located in the eastern sloping Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park. It was declared to be a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997...
	Asturias - Part of what is termed "Green Spain", Asturias has some of the most beautiful rural scenery in the whole of the country. As well as spectacular snow topped mountains such as the Picos de Europa, there are deep valleys, rolling foothills and an outstanding coastline. Situated on the northern coastal strip of the Iberian Peninsula, the Atlantic Ocean bounds it to the north and the high Cantabrian mountain range to the South.  There are fascinating cities to visit like Aviles, Gijon and Oviedo...	Protect yourself when shopping online at Prophets & Loss. You can apply for a Second Citizenship and passport today with http://vrp-mena.com/lang/index.php
	Balearic Islands - Off the Spanish mainland can be found a group of beautiful islands.  The four main islands are Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca (Majorca) and Menorca.  Each island has a distinct character all its own with Ibiza being the trendiest resort, well known for its nightlife but with charm and rural qualities too, Formentera a smaller island is more of an annex to Ibiza, Mallorca is a popular and beautiful destination with the capital Palma a popular city and Menorca a more subdued, but beautiful and quiet location...	Tradition and beauty in Mallorca, Spain Mallorca is one of the Balearic Islands of Spain, nestling out in the Mediterranean Sea. While the island is famous for its beach resorts and gorgeous, sheltered coves, it is also well known for its historic Roman and Moorish ruins, beautiful mountains and quaint  villages....
	Canary Islands - Located off the north African coast is a group of islands known as the Canary Islands.  While the most popular touristic islands are Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Isla de la Palma, Lanzarote and Tenerife, there seven islands in total, offering something for everyone.  Experience the island of eternal spring in Tenerife, view volcanos in the landscape and endless sandy beaches, including some with black volcanic sand.  Modern cities along with the quainter, friendly rural villages offer tasty local cuisine...	Hotel Rural La Quinta Roja, Garachico  The great house of the Marquesses of "La Quinta Roja" in the north of Tenerife, nowadays the hotel of the same name, is one of the finest examples of the architecture of the island´s Baroque period ...
	Cantabria - A lush and beautiful area of Green Spain with gorgeous countryside, mountainous landscapes and an attractive sea coast.  In the area, visit prehistoric caves of the first residents of the Iberian Peninsula.  Attractive cities include Santander and Santillana del Mar offer seaside holidays with all the shopping and dining experiences you could wish for.  Both in winter and summer, enjoy the Picos de Europa, which extend from Asturias into Cantabria, offering wonderful mountainous scenery...	Parador de Santillana Gil Blas, Santillana del Mar  The lovely mansion of the Barreda-Bracho family, in the square of Santillana del Mar, a town declared a National Monument, whose origins go back to the 7th century...
	Castilla-La Mancha - Sprawling across the central plains of Spain, this autonomous region encompasses the provinces of Toledo, Ciudad Real, Cuenca, Guadalajara, and Albacete. It is in the historical region of New Castile. Its plains are drained by the Tagus and the Guadiana rivers, and it is bordered by the Iberian range, the Baetic range, and the Morena range.  Wonderful mountainous scenery and valley views, historic cities and castles are well worth the visit... read more	Parador de Alarcón, Alarcón, Cuenca This authentic 8th Century fortress is situated on a promontory above the meandering river Júcar, on the Manchego-Levantinas border. The hotel occupies the medieval castle of the Marqueses de Villena...
	Castilla y León - This historic region of Spain includes the provinces of Valladolid, Burgos, León, Salamanca, Zamora, Palencia, and Segovia. Resting on an elevated central plateau, the regionis traversed by the Duero river, and two of its provinces are close to the Portuguese border where it becomes the Douro river.  The area produces the popular and delicious Ribera del Duero wines.  Capital of the region is Valladolid, and its other best-known cities are Burgos, Salamanca, León, and Segovia.... read more	Meson Leonor, Soria Hotel with enchantment in Soria. The Leonor Hotel is in the beautiful parque del Mirón, from where there is a beautiful panoramic view on the Duero river, Monte de las Ánimas and the old town ...
	Cataluña or Catalonia - Famous for its capital city, the iconic Barcelona, and for its sprawling winelands, this region embodies the cliche, "something for everyone."  The scenic rural areas, vineyards and endless sandy beaches of the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada complete the offer.  A suggestion is a few days exploring Barcelona's sights, including the fascinating creations of Antoni Gaudi, followed by relaxation, either on the beach or in the lush and peaceful countryside...	Unique attractions that you should visit in Barcelona, Spain The city is a popular tourist destination and those who have seen the major attractions might be interested to visit some of the less-known unique, often strange attractions of the city.
	Extremadura - This historic region includes the provinces of Cáceres and Badajoz and some of its important cities are Cáceres, Badajoz, Plasencia and Mérida, its capital.  The area is important for its wildlife, particularly with the major reserve at Monfragüe.  Badajoz and Cáceres are, respectively, the largest and second-largest provinces of Spain.  The area contains some particularly fascinating Roman ruins, especially at Mérida....	Parador de Cáceres, Cáceres The ancient Torreorgaz Palace is built on Arabic foundations with a linteled door and a Baroque coat of arms. It is in the heart of the Cáceres's old town and artistic centre, which has been declared a World Heritage Site...
	Galicia - Welcome to the very heart of "Green Spain."  Scenic and beautiful, Galicia offers lush mountainscapes and historic and truly beautiful cities, including Santiago de Compostela.  That city is  the ultimate aim of the pilgrims travelling the famous "Way of St James," or "El Camino de Santiago." This city was declared the European City of Culture in 2000 and the honour was truly deserved.  However, all cities in this region boast a true wealth of historic buildings  from Celtic forts and Roman ruins, to Gothic and neo-classical architectural masterpieces...	Hotel CV Monte do Gozo, near Santiago de Compostela The Monte Do Gozo hotel and holiday complex is located three kilometers from Santiago de Compostela, on the final stretch of the pilgrimage route...
	La Rioja - Just the name of the region conjures up images of wooden casks and dewed bottles of excellent wines. The capital is Logroño and the region is bordered by the Basque Country (province of Álava), Navarra, Aragon (province of Zaragoza), and Castile and León (provinces of Soria and Burgos). The Río Ebro flows through this region, as does the Río Oja, for which the region is named. Other cities and towns to visit include Calahorra, Arnedo, Haro, San Asensio, Navalsaz, and Nájera.  And the wine?  World-class..	Experience rural Spain on your next holiday It can be a truly rewarding experience to visit the rural and less-touched areas of Spain, staying among beautiful landscapes in unique accommodations. Here are two ideal areas of the country to enjoy nature, true peace, relaxation and beauty.
	Madrid Community - Located right in the heart of Spain and encompassing the Spanish capital, the community of Madrid was a popular one with the Castilian monarchs, with its abundant forests and game. These days the region hosts a world-class city of impressive proportions with many interesting touristic sites.  The current King and Queen still live in the area too.  While the temperatures can be somewhat extreme, a region well worth the visit...	Condesa de Chinchón, Chinchón The charmingly rustic Condesa de Chinchon is named after a painting by Goya, and situated two blocks from the main square of picturesque Chinchon, 30 kilometers from Madrid...
	Region of Murcia - Situated on the southeastern side of Spain between Andalucía and Valencia, the area is a primarily agricultural one with many attractive and traditional towns and lots of historical interest. The area offers wonderful rural accommodation options for those seeking peace and quiet.  For beachlovers, the Costa Calida ("warm coast") is right on the Mediterranean sea and offers fine sand, great food and plenty of water sports.  The capital city, Murcia, also has many historic and touristic attractions and many excellent restaurants offering all types of cuisines....	Casa Pedro Barrera, Boutique Hotel, La Almudema, Caravaca de la Cruz (Murcia) This unique 300 year old "cortijo" (farmhouse), set in almond groves, was once owned by the famous bullfighter Pedro Barrera Elbal. Lovingly renovated...
	Navarra - In northern Spain, and bordered by the Basque region, La Rioja, Aragon and France, Navarra is a beautiful green and mountainous region.  The capital city, Pamplona, is best known for the annual "San Fermin" festival or "Running of the Bulls" and is, of course, well worth visiting at any time of the year and was an important feature in the plot of Ernest Hemingway's book "The Sun Also Rises."  Olite is another fascinating visit, with its medieval old town and all cities in the region have many historical attractions. The lush green countryside is perfect for a rural and relaxing holiday... read more	AH San Fermin Suites, Pamplona Situated on the outskirts of Pamplona, famous for its San Fermin festival (the running of the bulls) held in July, the hotel provides a great base for discovering this attractive and endearing city, the mountain ranges that surround ...
	País Vasco - Basque Country - The area is also know as Euskal Herria by the Basque people.  A beautifully unspoiled area of the country with mountains and forests, the area covers three provinces, Guipúzcoa, Bizkaia and Álava.  The region has many attractions including the fascinating Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, designed by Frank Gehry, a Pritzker Prize winning Canadian/American Architect.  The region is a welcome relief from the heat of southern Spain and does tend to have quite a bit of rain. The regional cuisine is a tasty delight, with dishes not seen elsewhere in the country...	Parador de Hondarribia,  Guipúzcoa The hotel occupies a beautiful castle built by the king of Navarre, Sancho Abarca, in the 10th century. The building still retains the appearance and atmosphere of an original medieval fortress ...
	Valencian Community - Famous for being the birthplace of that wonderful rice dish, paella, the Valencian Community is also host to some fascinating architecture, including the City of Arts and Sciences.  Designed by Santiago Calatrava, the building is futuristic and fascinating and built of many shapes.  Altogether a definite must-visit on your Spanish holiday in the Valencia area.  The region has much more to offer though, including gorgeous beaches on the Costa Blanca and Costa del Azahar....	Spa Natura Resort, Peñíscola A spa with rural-style holiday dwellings- the ideal place for a tranquil holiday surrounded by nature on the Costa del Azahar.  Relax and make the most of the excellent spa centre in this complex....

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