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Arabic Baths of Santa María
Arabic Baths of Santa María The Arabic Baths whose remains survive in calle Velázquez Bosco, very near the Mosque, were possibly built in the Mudejar period on the site of a 10th century washing room connected to the Great Mosque of Cordoba. They are now part of...
Formentera: What to see in the Spanish Island
If you are looking for tourist attractions in Formentera, in this section we give you a list of places that you cannot miss on the island given its tourist interest. Formentera has options for all tastes: art and culture, nature, sport, tradition, etc. Below you will...
What to see and do in Casablanca (Morocco)
Casablanca, Morocco‘s commercial centre, tends to come lower down on the tourism list, behind the likes of Marrakech and Rabat; however the city’s French colonial legacy, entwined with the traditional Arab culture, ensures there’s lots of diverse things to do and see....
Canary Island’s Top destinations for Muslim travelers
The island of Tenerife While most visitors to the largest of the Canaries will likely not venture beyond the beach, there’s so much more to the island of Tenerife. From Michelin-starred dining to truly spectacular hiking trails, there are many reasons to...
Ibiza old town guide for Muslim travelers
Ibiza old town guide for Muslim travelers Explore the cobbled streets, the numerous attractions and the local shops of this beautiful Baleary Island in Spain When in Ibiza, a visit to Eivissa Dalt Vila is a must. Dalt Vila refers to the oldest part of Ibiza’s Old...
COVID-19 Spain: Measures to stop the spread of Coronavirus
Tour Guides Guidelines on Health & Higiene Risk Prevention respect to Covid-19 Measures to be taken Gain information and training on health and hygiene risk prevention guidelines in the activity. Avoid greeting other tour guides, providers and visitors with...
10 Best Islamic monuments to learn about Muslim Spain
The Islamic civilization left in Spain a huge artistic and architectonic heritage. For eight centuries, a significant part of Spain was under Muslim rule. That period not only introduced in Spain important scientific, agricultural, cultural advances (as it also did...
Some of the best shopping malls in Madrid
Madrid is home to some great outdoor shopping areas like the Gran Vía, but sometimes, especially when the weather is bad, a shopping mall is a much nicer shopping prospect. Read on to discover some of the city’s best shopping centres. Centro Comercial La Gavia If you...
Tourism Measures during the Covid 19 pandemic in Spain
Measures to reduce the spread of the virus SARS-CoV-2 Guidelines and recommendations to be applied by the tour guides in order to minimise the risk of SARS-CoV-2 virus infection in their activity. COVID-19 is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus; a...
REGULATIONS ABOUT CHILD CAR SEATS IN SPAIN
WHY IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW REGULATIONS ABOUT CHILD CAR SEATS? Would you like to be aware of new regulations for child car seats issued by DGT (Spanish traffic authorities) in 2019? In past years regulations about child car seats have gone through several changes up to...
El Retiro Park, green oasis in the heart of Madrid
Covering over 125 hectares and comprising more than 15,000 trees, El Retiro Park is a green oasis in the heart of the city
Things to Do in Madrid, Spain
The top things to Do in Madrid, Spain Madrid is a city so full of life and culture that it’s hard to do justice to it in a few paragraphs. Artistically the city holds its own against any in Europe, with the of the best art museums on the continent where renaissance...
Palace of Charles V
Alhambra Palace
The top 10 attractions you shouldn’t miss in Porto
What to See in Porto, Portugal The top 10 attractions you shouldn't miss in Porto ©Marco Duarte Of all the cities in Portugal, the capital is often the favourite, but Porto is fast becoming the destination of choice. While it may be smaller than Lisbon, Porto packs a...
Former madrasah of Granada
Built by Yusuf I in 1349, the Madrasah of Granada was the first university of Al-Andalus Located in the heart of Granada, in Oficios Street, is the only Nasrid building that remains in the heart of Granada. Until the 15th-century in the area was located the main...
Places You Have To See when visiting Portugal
Places You Have To See when visiting Portugal Portugal is a gorgeous country to explore and much more than cork products, gorgeous sea and yummy port that it has become famous for. It’s one country that just seems to draw me back time and time again with shed loads of...
Mausoleum in Moulay Idriss Zerhoun
Mausoleum in Moulay Idriss Zerhoun [at_icon icon="td-marker-location-2"] Moulay Idriss, Morocco, North Africa The Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss is Morocco's most important pilgrimage site, and the town is swamped every August during the annual moussem to venerate it;...
Top 20 Madrid Attractions You Need to Visit
Top 20 Madrid Attractions You Need to Visit Madrid might not have the status of Rome or Paris in terms of sights, but the Spanish capital is a pleasure to explore. From historical gems and world-class art, to an incredible food scene and picturesque parks, we take a...
Top Spanish Souvenirs in your Spain Holidays
Top Spanish Souvenirs in your Spain Holidays Spain is one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations and is home to incredible architecture, history and beaches, as well as some distinctly unique souvenirs. From handmade fans and flamenco guitars to Esencia de...
Don’t miss this spectacular 16th-century mansion in Seville
Casa Pilatos (House of Pilatos) Seville's Casa de Pilatos was built in the 16th century and is an outstanding example of Seville's civil palace architecture. It is a splendid blend of the Renaissance, Mudejar and Baroque styles. The humanist character of...
Castle of the Christian Monarchs in Cordoba (Spain)
The Alcazar of Cordoba (Andalusia, Spain) with its thick defensive walls, served both as a fortress and a palace and is a perfect illustration of the development of Cordoban architecture through the ages. Roman and Visigoth ruins lie side by side with Arabic...
Top Things to See & Do in Marrakech
MARRAKESH Top Things to See & Do Marrakech is a former imperial city and one of the most popular cities for tourists in the Maghreb. It is home to beautiful mosques, palaces and gardens, as well as the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square and souk market. With plenty of...
The archaeological site of the old Caliphal city of Madinat al-Zahra
Madinat al-Zahra The archaeological site of the old Caliphal city of Madinat al-Zahra is located approximately 5.5 km west of Cordoba in Andalucia The city was founded in 940 or 941, by the Caliph Abd al-Rahman III as the seat of the newly created Caliphate of...
Casa Mila “La Pedrera” Anthoni Gaudi’s House
Casa Mila "La Pedrera A masterpiece by architecture Gaudí Barcelona, Spain Everything in this building is curved and undulating. Its originality and the techniques used in its construction are surprising throughout. This is one of the best-known works of the architect...
12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter
12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter by Lisa Alexander Known for its winding streets and hidden squares steeped in history, El Barri Gòtic is ideal for a historic walk followed by a rest at one of the many trendy bars or cafes. A trip...