Spain from A to Z

Coastal cities

Spain’s coastal cities are elegant and magical. Santander , nestled in a bay with long beaches, is located in the heart of one of the country’s most spectacular aristocratic, leans from between sheltering mountains out over the sea. Its historical city centre preserves a festive and sociable atmosphere, making it a unique town. A Coruña , speckled with flowers and orchards along the Atlantic, boasts typical white bay windows, elegant city districts and urban hustle and bustle. The prominent industrial city of Bilbao is growth-oriented and artistically inclined. Here we will find the Guggenheim Museum designed by Frank O. Gehry. Valencia is the archetype of a large Mediterranean city: fertile, bright and efficient. The City of Arts and Sciences, a cultural building and park complex, is its modern landmark. In addition to the sights, there is a great landscapes. Donostia-San Sebastián , seductive and

out towards the Atlantic, characterised by a special mixture of architectural styles and ways of life. Other Atlantic destinations are Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and San Sebastián de la Gomera , which combine traditional and modern elements in the Canary Islands.

deal of interest to be found in the local Fiesta. Alicante , the capital of the so-called Costa Blanca (White Coast), is one of the most important hubs of tourism in Spain; a beautiful city with a beach and plenty of sun that has preserved the charm of a quiet and orderly life. Palma de Mallorca , the capital of the Balearic Islands, harmoniously combines an interesting city centre, rich in Arab heritage and Gothic art, with its sports marina and its enormous attraction for tourism. del Sol (Coast of the Sun) is a coveted travel and recreational destination. Known for its serene, light-flooded city, it has constant commercial activity. Melilla and Ceuta , on the other side of the Strait of Gibraltar, hold within their walls a unique blend of cultures and religions. To the south lies Málaga , which along with the Costa

Above to the right: Views of Málaga from the Gibralfaro castle. Below to the right: Tower of Hercules in A Coruña. Below to the left: Falleras (spring festival) in Valencia.

Cádiz , cheerful, windy and colonial, leans from its bay