Vizcaya Bridge
Vizcaya Bridge This transporter bridge is the oldest in the world and the singular UNESCO World Heritage site in the Basque County. Built in 1893 and made of iron, it is considered to be one of the greatest engineering feats of the 19th century and a symbol of progress in the Industrial Revolution
Villa de Teguise
Villa de Teguise Back in the 1400s, Villa de Teguise sat at the heart of Lanzarote life, serving as the island’s capital until the 19th century. Its location was especially advantageous: Mount Guanapay, upon which the town was built, made for an ideal lookout point, providing views of nearly all s
Vilaflor
Vilaflor Perched on a rocky plateau at 1,400m, Vilaflor is Tenerife’s highest village and it’s a scenic spot, encircled by pine-covered mountains, rugged lava plains and fields of wildflowers. Located in the foothills of the Teide N
Victoria Eugenia Theater (Teatro Victoria Eugenia)
Victoria Eugenia Theater (Teatro Victoria Eugenia) Victoria Eugenia Theater (Teatro Victoria Eugenia) Just steps away from San Sebastián’s old quarter sits the Victoria Eugenia Theater. There, the commanding Belle Époque-style building stands watch over Okendo Plaza, as well as the River Urumea, w
Velázquez Palace
Velázquez Palace This Spanish palace and exhibition hall in Madrid’s Parque del Retiro primarily features temporary exhibits of Spain’s national museum of modern art. Built in 1883, the beautiful structure is covered by glass and cast iron meant to let in natural light. The architecture is said to
Vallecas Soccer Field (Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas)
Vallecas Soccer Field (Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas) The Campo de Futbol de Vallecas is home to the Rayo de Vallecano de Madrid football club. Opened 1976, it holds just more than 14,000 spectators. The stadium originally held more than 20,000, but the capacity decreased when standing areas were el
Valencia Plaza del Mercado
Valencia Plaza del Mercado Shopping or browsing at the Valencia Central Market is an essential Valencia experience. On Plaza del Mercado in the center of town, the massive covered market extends over two floors. The Modernista-designed market has a quirky angled roof and features stained glass and
Valencia Old Town
Valencia Old Town Dating back to Roman times, the Spanish coastal city of Valencia has also been occupied by Visigoths, Muslims, and eventually the Catholics. You can still see vestiges of those earlier days in the city’s ciutat vella, or old town, where its web of streets still very much recall t
Turia Riverbed Gardens
Turia Riverbed Gardens Just beyond the borders of Valencia’s old town, bridges cross over a river’s canal. But you won’t find water flowing below those bridges – not anymore, that is -- and instead the Turia Riverbed Gardens. Indeed, until 1957, the River Turia gushed through Valencia. But then a
Triana District
Triana District Just across the Isabel II Bridge, and squished between two parallel branches of the Guadalquivir River, youll find Sevilles Triana District. Originally founded as a Roman colony, this neighborhood -- like the rest of the city – has also been ruled by both Muslims and Christians. Ov
Tibidabo Mountain
Tibidabo Mountain The highest mountain in the Collserola range surrounding Barcelona, Tibidabo Mountain offers one of the city’s most famous viewpoints, towering 520 meters between the coastal city and the vast Catalonian hinterlands. A tramline runs half way up the slopes of Tibidabo but to get t
Terra Mitica Park
Terra Mitica Park Terra Mitica is truly a classic theme park, and not just because it offers some serious screamers such as the Infierno, Titánide, and shaky Magnus Colossus coaster. The theme is Ancient Greece, with period costumes, Herculean shows (some closed during low season), and plenty of o
Teatro Perez Galdos
Teatro Perez Galdos This 1,000-seat theater in Las Palmas leaves no one indifferent; be it for its prestigious shows or its splendid façade, visitors always enjoy themselves at Teatro Perez Galdos. Built in 1890 and completely renovated in 2007, it is now one of the most modern theaters in all of
Teatro Arriaga Antzokia
Teatro Arriaga Antzokia If your visit to Bilbao has gotten you into an artistic mood, then embrace that notion with a little theater at the citys Teatro Arriaga. The 19th-century Neo-baroque theater goes easy on the travelers eyes with an elaborate facade that overlooks the east bank of the Nervió
Taulas
Taulas About three miles from Mahon Port are rock pilings that leave people awe-struck. Talatì de Dal is home to T-shaped stone monuments on Menorca – known as Taulas – which date back to 1000 BC and 300 BC and were a part of the Talayotic culture. Not much is known about this prehistoric site, al
St Benet Monastery (Món Sant Ben)
St Benet Monastery (Món Sant Ben) Set amidst the lush forests and rolling vineyards of the Catalonian countryside, the St Benet Monastery (Món Sant Ben) is undeniably picturesque and the former Benedictine monastery is among the region’s most impressively preserved medieval sites, dating back to t
St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral
St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral The striking Gothic façade of the St. Mary of the Sea Cathedral, (also known as Cathedral Santa Maria del Mar and Basilica Santa Maria del Maris) one of the most memorable sights of Barcelona’s La Ribera and El Born districts, dating back to the 12th century. Renowned
Sopelana Beach
Sopelana Beach The Sopelana Beach area is known for its rising cliffs, fine golden sands, and surf—just a quick 20 minutes from urban Bilbao. Also known as Arrietera-Atxaribil Beach and at 800 meters in length, it’s one of the longest beaches on the Bizkaia coast. Though the waters are usually ca
Sóller
Sóller Cradled in an orange grove-covered valley, the Balearic village of Sóller serves as a refreshing inland respite during a visit to Mallorca. The river-cut town is crisscrossed by a maze of old world streets that surround the main Plaça de Constitució, where you’ll find cafés, City Hall and S
Sobrino de Botin
Sobrino de Botin If you wish to try Spanish cuisine while in Madrid, then perhaps it doesn’t get more traditional than the dishes found at Sobrino de Botin. Considered the oldest still-in-business restaurant in Spain, and one of the oldest in Europe, Botin (as it is affectionately called) is a des
