50 Experiences to Enjoy in Spain

FOLLOW THE ROUTE OF DON QUIXOTE

Immerse yourself in a classic of world literature, Don Quixote of La Mancha . This route runs through the centuries-old villages, historical paths and nature areas described by Miguel de Cervantes.

a WINDMILLS CONSUEGRA

Other highlights are the famous wind mills in Campo de Criptana (Ciudad Real) that Don Quixote fought. Essential stops include El Toboso , the hometown of Dulcinea, Don Quixote's lady love, and Almagro, among whose important historic-artistic attractions are its Pla za Mayor square and the spectacular courtyard theatre known as the Corral de Comedias. In Ossa de Montiel (Albacete) you'll be able to recreate two of the book's most famous scenes: Montesinos' cave and the Castle of Rochafrida.

There are many places to see, but every tour has to include Toledo , the capital of the Castile-La Mancha region. There you can visit some of the places mentioned in the novel and even the house where the writer himself lived, in the Plaza de los Tintes .

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