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Places of interest in spain-The AlhambraBy Bartho Lomew at 2010-08-30 04:06:31
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The Alhambra is a huge complex of palaces, fortress and administrative quarters built by the Moorish monarchs in Granada. The outer walls are built of red bricks and the name of the building complex probably comes from the word 'red' in Arabic. Built between 1238 and 1358 on a plateau overlooking the city of Granada, it was strategically placed to guard one of Moorish Spain's foremost cities.
A Refuge
The Alhambra became a place of refuge for the many intellectuals and artists who were fl Read More..... |
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Places of interest in spain-Parc Guell By Bartho Lomew at 2010-08-30 04:05:27
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Barcelona is well known as a modern megapolis. This is the city where Antonio Guadi lived and left his most important pieces of work such as Park Guell. Antonio Gaudi
Antonio Gaudi was a Catalan architect who was famous for his unique style and highly individualistic designs. Gaudi was born in the small town of Reus, Tarragona (Spain). Now the towns Riudoms and Reus are competing about his place of birth, although most of his biographers believe that he was born in Reus. His pare Read More..... |
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Places of interest in spain-Pamplona By Bartho Lomew at 2010-08-30 04:04:26
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Pamplona is also called Laso Iruñea or Iruña in Basque. Pamplona is the main town in the province of Navarre. Moreover, it was the capital of the ancient Navarre kingdom. This city is world famous for the festival of San Fermin, where the operation of bulls or Bull Run is one of the biggest attractions. This festival called San Fermines by the locals was brought to the world’s attention with Ernest Hemingway’s first novel.
Location
Place of Pamplona is located in the center of Navarr Read More..... |
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Places of interest in spain-NavarreBy Bartho Lomew at 2010-08-30 04:01:58
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This Northern Spanish province borders France
It was inhabited in the pre-Roman times by the Vasconez tribe. During the Roman rule and beyond, the province of Navarre has managed to keep the Basque language and its tradition. In spite of many attempts, the province was never conquered either by the Visigoths or the Arabs.
Besides Christians; Romans, Muslims and Jews have also left their mark on the architecture of Navarre. The event that created conditions for the establishment of the kin Read More..... |
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Places of interest in Spain –PyreneesBy Bartho Lomew at 2010-08-26 01:08:25
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About The Pyrenees
Situated between France and Spain, The Pyrenees represents the natural border between these two countries. This range of mountains separates the Iberian Peninsula from the rest of Europe. The Pyrenees is a destination that you can visit all year round. It depends on what you would like to do. From mid June to late September is the perfect time for Horse Riding, Walking and Cycling. If you are a fan of extreme sports, it would be the perfect time for you to do some parachut Read More..... |
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