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The land of silk and money

The land of silk and money

The wealth of Valencia was built on silk trading, so it’s no surprise to discover that the Silk Exchange is a very special building.

A clash of cultures in Seville

A clash of cultures in Seville

These two monumental sites in the centre of Seville say a lot about a period of Spanish history when civilisations were clashing.

Spanish royal gardens

Spanish royal gardens

You may think Aranjuez Palace is the main attraction – but don’t miss the stunning gardens at this Spanish World Heritage Site!

Art and the city in Zaragoza

Art and the city in Zaragoza

There are centuries of art to discover in Zaragoza – from the World Heritage ‘mudejar’ style, right up to modern murals.

Tarragona’s different layers

Tarragona’s different layers

Tarragona is a vibrant city with a modern flair – but you don’t have to look too hard to find its fascinating history.

A playground of art

A playground of art

In this stunning sculpture garden, Spanish artist Manolo Paz has created a playground for children and art-lovers alike.

The great dry Galician white

The great dry Galician white

When in O Salnes, you need to taste the star of the region – the Albariño. Here is the story of this special wine.

Getting hands-on with seafood in Galicia

Getting hands-on with seafood in Galicia

Meet the people who harvest Galicia’s seafood, then settle down for some of the best meals in this part of Spain.

Don Quixote’s La Mancha

Don Quixote’s La Mancha

Don Quixote is often described as the greatest novel ever written. Through the landscapes and towns of Spain’s La Mancha region, I find out why.

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