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the top wonders
of Spain

Alhambra

This hilltop fortress overlooks parts of Granada. Its rooms and courtyards are architectural gems. Alhambra to learn more.

Mezquita of Cordoba

It's an eclectically designed and shared house of worship (part Muslim, part Catholic). The centuries-old candy-striped arches are striking. Mezquita of Cordoba to learn more.

Prado Museum

You'll enjoy a world-class collection of European classical paintings, including masterpieces of Goya and El Greco. Prado Museum to learn more.

El Escorial

This royal palace houses the tombs of Spanish kings over the last five centuries - and its basilica is eye-catching. El Escorial to learn more.

Guggenheim Museum

The museum's curvaceous titanium metal facade is more famous than the art treasures inside. Guggenheim Museum to learn more.

Seville Cathedral /Giralda Tower

A celebrated altarpiece resides inside the cathedral. Outside soars the Giralda, a visually stunning bell tower. Seville Cathedral & Giralda Tower to learn more.

Gaudi's Sacred Family Cathedral

Though still unfinished, this unusually designed church in Barcelona is a sight to behold. Gaudi's Sacred Family Cathedral to learn more.

Seville Alcazar

The interior designs of the rooms and courtyards inside this castle-palace are marvelous. Seville Alcazar to learn more.

Segovia Alcazar

This castle-palace is more castle than the Seville Alcazar (see above). It boldly overlooks the countryside. Segovia Alcazar to learn more.

Avila Walls

Come to Avila to relish one of the most striking and best-preserved city walls on earth. They are protected with 88 towers. Avila Walls to learn more.

Spain's other
Hillman medal winners

Spain has 15 more Hillman wonders. Use the clickable menu in the left column for my list of all 41 Spain wonders. Also see my Spain wonder map for locations.

External links

The official website of the Spanish Tourist Board (English edition) offers a broad assortment of travel-related information. It also has editions in other languages, including Spanish.

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