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What do you know about Spain? Our country is not just about flamenco and paella, but there are so many other information you didn't know about Spain. Paradores has collected 15 different curiosities for you to get to know this charming country everyone likes somehow. Do you want to know them? Spain is different!

What do you think of a short getaway to two of the most important and famous cities in Castile & León? Ávila and Segovia are two of the historic places in this region and World Heritage Sites too. They are well-known by their monuments, beauty and, as it has been said, by their History.

The idea of visiting Jávea in autumn or winter is idyllic. This Mediterranean spot is a common place for tourists to go in summer because of its location and beaches, but it is also a great moment to do it even if it is not summertime. There are not so many people and still good weather and warm temperatures. Our Parador de Jávea wants you to enjoy this dream offering you the best of a Mediterranean break.

Considered one of the best Gothic art buildings and located in the city centre of Burgos, right at the Plaza de Santa María, the Burgos Cathedral emerges. After more than 20 years of restoration of it, it seems that this impressive building is back on what it was. Our Parador de Lerma is located in the village of Lerma, just 40 kilometres away from the city centre of Burgos. Both are spots along the French Way of Saint James.

Paradores chain is well-known for being a luxury hotels chain held in historic buildings in emblematic Spanish spots. Moreover, Paradores has a long experience in organizing events, more than 85 years doing it. You can choose in between 94 Paradores all over Spain, but we have now selected 5 of them. An event is about arranging a good plan, a good location, decoration and high quality services, and that's what Paradores wants to provide you.

The guitar, the classic guitar, also known as the Spanish guitar, has become a symbol of Spanish culture. The origins of the guitar are quite vague. From Paradores, we want to introduce you to this magical musical instrument that represents somehow our country, Spain, our music and our musical spirit. Shall we get to know a bit more about it?

Spain has a huge variety of cities where to go. Urban tourism is one of the most chosen ones by Spanish people. The cultural and gastronomic offer they provide makes you want to visit them. Also the beauty and History inside their streets mixed with the urbanization they've experienced gives them a more enchanting feeling. If you are planning to go on an urban getaway in Spain, Paradores tells you which are the cities Spanish people prefer and the Paradores hotels they have near them.

Have you ever heard of Laguardia? Or maybe have you ever heard of La Rioja Alavesa? If you haven't, then you should pay attention. In the south of Álava, in the Basque country, there is an old city whose name is Laguardia. It is placed in the region known as la Rioja Alavesa.

An extraordinary building, elegantly ancient. The jewel of Galician Renaissance architecture. The oldest hotel in Europe stays vigilant in Praza Do Obradoiro in Santiago de Compostela, right next to Santiago's Cathedral, where all the pilgrims and itinerants from The Way of Saint James look forward to reach.

The National Prado Museum is one of the most famous artistic centres in the capital city of Spain, and quite well-known in the world. It is definitely a must in your visit to Madrid as its works and all the History that holds are part of general knowledge and culture. Right in the Paseo del Prado, this elegant building comes into sight of the people walking along the way.

Bielsa, a little village in the Sobrarbe region, in Huesca, awaits you. This beautiful natural spot is surrounded by the water flow of the Cinca River and the Barrosa River. A mountain place coloured in green where just some kilometres away welcomes France.

The Guadiana river flows under the bridge and connects Spain with its neighbour, Portugal. Fresh soft air filled with humidity runs over the Andalusian white historical centre of Ayamonte. This quiet fishermen village occupies a plain territory so close to the Atlantic Ocean. In the highest part of it, up in the mount of Guadiana, we find the lovely Parador de Ayamonte.