Amazingly, Spain is second only to Italy in total UNESCO sites with over forty listings! To get the ball rolling, here are ten reasons why discerning cultural travelers should choose Spain for a private luxury tour, with a focus on the top UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Spain. Contact us now to request a customized itinerary recommendation including
- The Alhambra: Located in Granada, the Alhambra is a stunning Moorish palace and fortress complex that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Park Güell: Designed by famed architect Antoni Gaudi, this whimsical park in Barcelona is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- La Sagrada Familia: Another masterpiece by Gaudi, this breathtaking basilica in Barcelona is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is still under construction.
- The Prado Museum: One of the world’s premier art museums, the Prado in Madrid boasts an extensive collection of European art from the 12th to 19th centuries.
- Toledo: Known as the “city of three cultures” due to its blend of Christian, Jewish, and Muslim influences, Toledo is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich cultural history.
- Córdoba: A picturesque medieval city built on a river, Cñordoba is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers stunning historic ambiance, a huge medieval mosque that’s a cathedral now + gourmet olive oils.
- Santiago de Compostela: The final destination of the famous Camino de Santiago pilgrimage, this city in Galicia is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is steeped in history and culture.
- Ibiza’s Old Town: While Ibiza may be known for its party scene, the island’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is rich in history and culture.
- The Historic City of Seville: Home to the stunning Alcazar Palace & Gardens used in Game of Thrones, a former mosque minaret tower turned cathedral bell tower, the historic city of Seville is not to be missed.
- The Roman Aqueduct of Segovia: A testament to the engineering prowess of the ancient Romans, the aqueduct of Segovia is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is still standing after nearly 2,000 years.
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