"iandsmith's new Spain Page" Spain by iandsmith

Spain Travel Guide: 53,316 reviews and 136,983 photos

Spent a month in Spain and travelled extensively to places like Cuenca, Escorial, Segovia, Salamanca, Avila, Picos (stunning), Camillos, San Sebastian (Donostia to the Basque), Olite, Ochagavia, Ordesa National Park, Val d'Aran, Andorra, Besalu, Figueres, Barcelona, Montserrat, Salou, Almeria, Trevelez, Seville, Granada, Pueblos Blanco, Ronda, El Chorro.
This is a picture of the bridge at Besalu (historic capital of the region of La Garrotxa) parts of which are over 900 years old. That is the bits that haven't been battered by war or floods. The tower was added in the 14th century after the 1315 flood but was removed around 1880. At the end of the Spanish Civil War two arches and a part of a third were blown up but, finally, in 1965, the complete reconstruction of the angular bridge was finished.
If you want more pics, check the travelogue out, especially the Andalucia one which is a personal favourite of mine.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Castles, Picos de Europa, history.
Cons:Not a lot of variety of food
In a nutshell:A worthy destination

Last visit to Spain: Oct 2000
Intro Updated Feb 19, 2003
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Montserrat is one of the things I'll always remember, not least for its location. Just driving there, winding up the... more travel advice

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The Alhambra's collection of trees and shrubs are many and varied. Whilst we were there the horticulturalists were busy... more travel advice

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When walking the gardens at the Alhambra, you will notice they are not overburdened with flowers. The idea of the Moors... more travel advice

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It is important when visiting the Alhambra to realise that there are more than one type of architecture in the area... more travel advice

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Trekki Oct 12, 2006 at 12:31 AM

What a page Ian !! You really saw a lot while touring in Spain. And great inspirations for me here, I also want to hike in Picos de Europa one day. Ahh and Gaudi - I simply adore him ! Smiles from here :-)
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Roadquill Aug 21, 2006 at 6:43 PM

I know I had a typo on soldier, but now I can't find it. Good Spain tips. One of my favorite places. Cheers, Karl
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karenincalifornia Aug 9, 2006 at 7:48 AM

How lucky you were to be able to spend an entire month in Spain! I'm planning the next big one - to Spain and your pages have helped me immensely!
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nepalgoods May 16, 2006 at 11:53 PM

Great overview of this beautiful country!
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VeronicaG Dec 4, 2005 at 12:27 PM

Your comments on The Prado are very accurate- I loved it although there was so much to absorb...I would like to return!!
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Gwynneth Jun 28, 2005 at 12:23 AM

Do Gucci make togas in Rome now! Sensational! Must add that to the packing list! :o) Greetings from Perth and me!
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mapakettle Feb 20, 2005 at 8:41 AM

Once again, impressed with your pages, and get a laugh from your son. It is comforting to know kids are kids everywhere. Pa
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Luisanna Jan 28, 2005 at 5:08 PM

Great information, lots of good tips, I must go back to see the rest of this beautiful country. A big must! LOL regards, Luisa
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zumodemango Jan 19, 2005 at 4:21 AM

excellent page! great pictures of Picos de Europa!
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jamiesno Dec 18, 2004 at 3:39 PM

You got to see a lot of Spain!! I want to get back there to see the northern and eastern regions. That castle tip you have is cool but I loved the picture. Wouldn't want to have to scale up that one! Cheers from up here! :-)