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Bored of sun, sea and sand? Why not pay a
visit to historic Spain
Often when people think of holidays in
Spain they think of sun drenched holidays on endless
beaches, either that or the myriad clubs and bars - and
there's nothing wrong with that! However, with the many
cheap flights being offered by companies such as
Travelzoo, it is now certainly possible to see more
of the country than ever before. So why not hop on a
plane and visit one of Spain's more historical cities?
Here are three to get you started.
Firstly, and surely one of the most
impressive cities in Spain, is Cadiz. This is one of
Europe's oldest cities, and as such Cadiz is steeped in
history, and surrounded with archaeological ruins. If you
visit this city you can see the Cathedral, which is the
centrepiece of this urban landscape. Once there you must
climb to the top of the cupula for a panoramic view of the
entire city, just to take in how beautiful it actually
is. What's more if your lucky enough to be there around
Ash Wednesday then you will be able to take in the sights
and sounds of the carnival. Cadiz carnival is one of the
oldest, and certainly one of the best in Spain.
A good place to look for
Spain holidays is through James Villas,
where you could possibly find a villa next to the old city
of Leon - an ideal place to visit for those looking for
the historic Spain. Leon was founded by the Romans and
remains one of the most spectacular cities in the whole of
Spain. When you arrive, pay a visit to the Church of San
Isodoro', which dates date to 11th Century, as
well as the adjoining Pantheon of the Kings. When in the
Pantheon of the Kings remember to look up - the ceiling
paintings are amongst the most breathtaking ever painted.
Finally, last but not least, is the
fabulous city of Cordoba. There aren't many places upon
the earth that were at one time the capital of a Roman
province, and then a capital of an Arab state as well.
Both of these cultural influences can be seen throughout
the city and Cordoba has become well know for its art and
culture.
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