Category: Popular Attractions

The Plaza Mayor Madrid dates back to the 15th century when it was originally called the “Plaza del Arrabal” and was used as the main market of the town.

The Buen Retiro Park, or El Retiro Park for short, is one of the largest parks in Madrid. With the size of 118 hectares, it is an impressive green space in the heart of the city. There are many things to see and explore in this magnificent green area of…

The Park Güell is a public park scheme consisting of gardens and architectural components situated in Barcelona's Carmel Hill. It is yet another masterpiece of Gaudí', alongside La Sagrada familia and many other artistic architectural monuments scattered around city of Barcelona. Quick facts Name: Park Güell Location: Barcelona, Spain Built:…

The Royal Palace of Madrid, although now only used for state ceremonies, is the official residence of the Spanish Royal Family in the city of Madrid. The palace has a floor room of 135,000 square meters (1,450,000 square ft) and has more than 3,400 rooms. Quick facts Name: Royal Palace…

The Basílica de la Sagrada Família is a large and incomplete Roman Catholic minor shrine in Barcelona, Spain, frequently known as the Sagrada Família. The construction was designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí (1852–1926) and it is a part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Quick facts Name: La Sagrada…

Charles Bridge (Karlův most) is a historic bridge in Prague, Czech Republic, crossing the Vltava River. Its building began in 1357 under the rule of King Charles IV and was completed in the early 15th century. The bridge substituted the ancient Judith Bridge constructed in 1158–1172, which was severely damaged…