| Don't Let One Pass You By! | | | | to the public in October of 1997 and is considered one |
| When you look at a country such as Spain, it's difficult | | | | of the most significant architectural structures of the |
| to narrow down all of the attractions and experiences | | | | 20th century. |
| to the top ten. However, here are the top ten | | | | 5. Cordoba and the Mezquita |
| attractions in Spain that we think you shouldn't miss. | | | | Founded by the Romans, the city of Cordoba features |
| 1. Museo del Prado in Madrid | | | | a variety of treasures including a mosque-cathedral, |
| The Prado is considered to be the world's most | | | | the Calahorra Fort, and the Jewish Synagogue, which |
| premier art museum. With some 4,000 masterpieces, | | | | is now a museum. You also want to check out the |
| you can explore the history of Spain and the art | | | | medieval quarter of La Juderia. |
| movement all under one roof. Many of these art | | | | 6. The Running of the Bulls, Pamplona |
| featured in the museum was acquired by the kings of | | | | It's not recommended that you run with the bulls |
| Spain and include the works of the masters including | | | | yourself, but definitely have fun watching others do it! |
| Goya, Caravaggio, Fra Angelico, Botticelli and | | | | This is one of the most famous festivals in Spain, but |
| Hieronymus Bosch. | | | | do go with caution, because it's not only the runners |
| 2. La Alhambra in Granada | | | | that have been injured. |
| La Alhambra is a Moorish fortified palace. The palace | | | | 7. Las Ramblas, Barcelona |
| complex is vast and occupies a large portion of the | | | | The Las Ramblas is just for pedestrians and offers |
| city. Be sure to plan an entire day for exploring the | | | | outdoor markets, shops, cafes and restaurants. You |
| grounds. If you're visiting in the summer, be certain to | | | | can spend the entire day strolling and looking for hidden |
| purchase your tickets well in advance. La Alhambra is | | | | treasures and sampling all of the great cuisine that |
| considered to be one of the greatest representations | | | | Spain has to offer. Don't forget to hit the tascas for |
| of Islamic art and architecture. The La Alhambra | | | | some tapas. |
| provides a variety of sights within itself including the | | | | 8. Experience the Art of Salvador Dali, Figueres |
| Alcazaba, the palace's fortress that offers spectacular | | | | Salvador Dali is one of the most beloved painters in |
| views of the city. | | | | the world. Experience his mausoleum and museum; it's |
| 3. Sagrada Familia, Barcelona | | | | one of the highlights of northern Spain. |
| The Sagrada Familia is Gaudi's unfinished cathedral. | | | | 9. Ronda |
| Work began on the cathedral in 1882 and two years | | | | Driving through the Andalucian mountains, you'll upon |
| later the architect resigned. Gaudi secured the | | | | Ronda. This little town is set atop a huge cliff and |
| commission to complete the cathedral and he | | | | features a magnificent bridge that spans a gorge |
| secluded himself on site to work on it. He lived and | | | | between new and old Ronda. You can also find the |
| worked on the cathedral until he died in 1926 and the | | | | oldest bullfighting ring in Spain and roman baths. |
| cathedral was never finished. The building features | | | | 10. The Food |
| Gaudi's transformed Gothic style including sidewalls, | | | | You've simply not seen everything in Spain without |
| vaults and piers. In 1979, work was started on the | | | | enjoying the cuisine of the country. No matter which |
| cathedral to complete it as Gaudi himself would have. | | | | city or town you'll visit, you're going to find a new style |
| 4. The Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao | | | | of cuisine to try. Take your time and try them all from |
| Experience the design of Frank O. Ghery at the | | | | the ensaimada and tapas to the coffee and paella. |
| Guggenheim in Bilbao. The museum opened its doors | | | | |