5 Unique Travel Packages in Spain for the Curious Explorer Spain’s attractions extend far beyond its busy cities and popular coastal resorts. For the curious explorer, the country holds many secrets waiting to be discovered. Some are nestled in green valleys, others perched atop rugged mountains or hidden within quiet, medieval towns. Guide to Europe […]
Hiking the Red Canyon of Teruel
Hiking the Red Canyon of Teruel. This post has been contributed by Dmitry at Valencia Mountain Enthusiasts. He offers hikers a multitude of hikes in the region of Valencia and Teruel (you’ll find more details at the bottom of this post). The Red Canyon of Teruel, also known as the Aragonese Colorado Canyon or Rambla de […]
What to See in Zaragoza (and why you should visit)
What to See in Zaragoza Zaragoza was, more than anything, a stop of convenience on our journey through Northern Spain. That’s because it lies on the train line that connects Salamanca to Barcelona – a long journey (9 hours) that has stops in Burgos and Zaragoza along the way*. *Burgos is a wonderful city. Zaragoza, […]
Aljafería Palace (Zaragoza)
Aljafería Palace (Zaragoza) Aljaferia is a fortified medieval palace built in Zaragoza during the second half of the 11th century (completed between 1065 and 1081) and was one of the most northerly outposts of Al-Andalus (ie. Muslim-controlled Spain). It represents the height of the Taifa (independent Muslim empires) in Spain. A UNESCO World Heritage site, […]
The Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza)
The Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar (Zaragoza) The Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza is considered both one of the top Cathedrals as well as one of the most famous religious buildings in Spain. The Basilica worships the Virgin Mary, under her title Our Lady of the Pillar, as the Mother of […]
What’s it like living in Teruel? (Aragon)
What’s it like living in Teruel? (Aragon) Fellow Canadian Teresa lives in Teruel, the capital city of the province of the same name in the autonomous community of Aragon in Northeastern Spain. It’s not a region that attracts a lot of foreigners but in this interview Teresa tells us all about Teruel’s attractions and why […]
