Sunday, July 15, 2012

Córdoba:

Mosque of Cordoba:


Miraflores Park:

Malmuerta tower

Roman bridge:


Paseo de Cordoba:

Mosque of Cordoba:




Population:   328,659 inhabitants. (2011)
Cordoba, ancient city of Spain, has the second largest historical district in Europe, the largest urban area declared World Heritage by UNESCO. It is precisely here where agglomerates much of the historic buildings of the city. It should be noted the most important building and symbol of the city The Mosque of Cordoba, which is both a cathedral, its size is the third largest in the world. Due to its construction took nine centuries; it houses a huge variety of architectural styles. Alongside the magnificent Roman Bridge, they are the best known facet of the city. In Roman times can be found, besides the bridge, the Roman Temple, the Roman Theatre, the Roman Mausoleum, the colonial forum, the amphitheater and the remains of the Palace of Emperor Maximian Herculeus in the archaeological site of Cercadilla.
Surrounding the historic extensive stands of ancient Roman wall, which are preserved some canvases, the "Puerta de Almodovar", the "Puerta de Sevilla" and "Puerta del Puente", which are the only three doors that remain from the thirteen that had this city.
The surroundings of Cordoba, are characterized by their peaceful hills full of olive groves and plain dim with cereal crops, the great vineyards of Montilla-Moriles, and almond trees, which in January and February, all in bloom, offering a beautiful panoramic .
You can visit Almodovar on the road, 8 km. Cordoba, the impressive ruins of Madinat al-Zahra.
Places:
- Ruins of Medina-Azahara
-La Sierra Norte
-The southern valleys
-Roman bridge
-Mosque of Cordoba
-Malmuerta Tower
Museums are another attractive proposition. The Archaeological Museum, which preserves prehistoric remains, the Museum of Fine Arts, which houses a valuable collection of paintings and sculptures, and the Museum of Julio Romero De Torres, displaying paintings by renowned painter from Cordoba, is a sign of wealth culture of the region.
  To enjoy the day outdoors, we recommend a walk through the Plaza Del Potro, Corredera Square or Plaza De las Tendillas, all exceptional places to enjoy the entertainment

Monday, May 28, 2012

Valencia



L'Oceanografic of Valencia

The province of Valencia, is located in the centre of the Spanish Mediterranean coastline; It is also opposite the Balearic islands and equidistant from the Madrid and Barcelona. 
Valencia is the most densely populated town in the region as it is encircled by a wide belt of medium-sized districts with an average density of 1,600 inhabitants per square kilometre.
Sightseeing around the city begins in the old quarter, there are many buildings: Torres de Serranos, the spacious Torres de Quart and some remains of the apron wall in the basement of the Valencia Institute of Modern Arts (IVAM). The most spectacular artistic heritage is the one found in the districts of Seu and Xerea, where the marks left by the Romans have been hidden below Arab ruins and modern churches and palaces.
The Mercat district is characterized by trading life, its most emblematic buildings are used for trading purposes.
The Gothic building of La Lonja, was declared by UNESCO as a universal heritage monument, has a beautiful columned room where the old tables on which trading transactions are still in use today. Outside the destroyed wall grew the bourgeoisie, with its wide pavements, broad landscaped streets and many building of modernist architecture.   
The futuristic face of the city is mirrored on the old riverbed through the Gulliver Children's park and the leisure and culture complex, the City of Arts & Culture.  Life in the city includes to the seafront with the harbour and the beaches of "las Arenas y La Malvarrosa".
L'Oceanografic of Valencia is a important place.
If you are traveling to Valencia via Barcelona, don't forget visit to Catalan capital. Although both are located on the Mediterranean Coast, each city has a different cultural appeal. For example, Valencia city  has its Institute of Modern Art, but Barcelona city has the Gaudi Museum. The Best Western hotel is situated only three kilometers from the airport.   Valencia is a large city.  The city has many hotels.
For saving money you can stay in one of the budget hotels in Valencia and  spend on another fun things.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Alicante:

Alicante is a charming city. It is located in a beautiful setting; in the same city are wonderful beaches, many parks, urban care and beauty that unfold around a mountain.
This, coupled with a mild weather with many hours of sunshine a year, makes Alicante offers a high quality of life for its inhabitants, which is reflected in the friendly and relaxed character who welcomes visitors.
Alicante invites you to stroll and learn about its monuments.  The Council offers free guided tours even.
Places:
“La Basilica De Santa María”:   The oldest church.  It is Gothic art.
 “La Concatedral De San Nicolas De Bari”.  Renaissance.
“ El Monasterio de la Santa Faz”. It is located 5 km north of the village, is a beautiful and sober stone building with beautiful ornaments, which has an interesting history.
 “La Casa de La Asegurada”  , The oldest civil building in the city, which houses the Museum of Contemporary Art of Alicante.
“El Museo Arqueológico  Provincial”.  This exhibits archaeological pieces all ages of the whole province.
“ La Casa Consistorial o Ayuntamiento “ (eighteenth century), beautiful building located at 0 m. above sea level, is the benchmark for measuring the altitude of any point of Spain.
“El Palacio Gravina” (eighteenth century), Sample regional painting and sculpture from the sixteenth to early twentieth centuries.
 “El Mercado Central de Alicante” (XX c), beautiful modernist building was erected on the eighteenth century wall around the city.