Spain

Gaudi’s Sagrada Família Basilica

Sagrada Família a giant Basilica under construction since 1882 in Barcelona, by the main Architect Antonio Gaudi, the genius architect  whose constructions were the  most famous works in Barcelona. Gaudí played an active role in directing the construction of the Sagrada Família until his death in 1926. He would often …

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Tibidabo Hill

Tibidabo is a mountain with spectacular view of the  city of Barcelona. At 512 meters it is the tallest mountain has many attractions but is best known for its funicular which was once considered a full attraction.

Columbus Statue in Barcelona

There is a 60 Meter tall tower in Barcelona, crowned with a bronze statue  of Christopher Columbus constructed in 1888 on the occasion of the “Exposicion Universal de Barcelona” dedicated to honor and remembrance of Columbus for his first voyage to the New World. Columbus Statue looks elegantly standing on …

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Madrid – Barcelona

Madrid Plaza de Espana is a large square and popular tourist destination located in central Madrid, Spain. It features a monument to Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra and is adjacent to two of Madrid’s most prominent skyscrapers. Additionally, the Palacio Real (Royal Palace) is only a short walk south from the …

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