With an area of ​​3,640 sq. Km., it is the largest island of the complex – its name derives from the Latin island of Major.

Since the 1960s and flagged the triptych of “Sun, Sea, Fun” has begun to attract a significant number of visitors and has quickly become a synonym for mass tourism.

The marvelous, mainly architectural attractions, the endless miles of exotic beaches with palm trees, picturesque villages, windmill plains, impressive mountains, and the wild nights with the cosmopolitan parties promise the visitor everything he would like from the summer holidays.

Palma de Mallorca

The capital, Palma de Mallorca, is essentially the only town on the island. Stylish and vibrant, it combines exceptional cultural heritage with a cosmopolitan air, enchanting visitors.

The port of Palma is dominated by the La Seu Cathedral, one of the largest in Europe. It is an impressive 14th-century building, with towers, obelisks, columns, which seem to be lost in the sky, and window frames that shine in the sun.

The pulse of Palma hits the historic center, the “Old Town”, which starts from the port and extends to the north. It is an attractive blend of lavender and paved narrow gothic churches and baroque palaces that create the impression that in some corner a melancholy tower will comb her hair on the balcony waiting for her knight to appear.

The city has many bars and restaurants full of tourists. Palma de Mallorca is also very popular of its parties that attract so many visitors.

The eastern side of the island is an impressive area, consisting of hundreds of small bays extending from Cap de Ferruxt, near Cala Ratjada in the north, to Punta Negra, the westernmost tip of the island.

During your stay here, you should definitely visit Porto Cristo, a beautiful seaside town that hosts the famous Dragon Cave, with stalagmites and stalactites in unique shapes.

Find out more here

To the south, from Port d’Alcudia to Ca’n Picafort dominate the enchanting beaches that made it famous all over Europe …

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The city’s scenery complements with Roy Lichtenstein’s and Claes Oldenburg’s unique artworks at its streets, fabulous music festivals, stunning hotels, amazing restaurants and many cultural and sporting events.

All of these make Barcelona an ideal. tourist destination.

Must see in Barcelona:

• Gaudi’s architectural constructions, exceptional examples of Catalan Art Nouveau, resembling modern sculptures and still impressing every visitor.
• Sagrada Familia and the famous Casa Mila or La Pedrera (on Passeig de Gracia in the hip neighborhood of Eixample). In addition, you should definitely visit the eccentric Casa Batlló with its colorful mosaics, one of the most special buildings in Europe.

• The Parc Guell, the psychedelic park designed by Gaudí to the west of the city.

• Placa de Sant Felip Neri, one of the most romantic squares in the Gothic Quarter, as well as the Gothic temple of Santa Maria del Mar.
• Black Cat, a statue of Botero in the alternative neighborhood “El Raval”.
• The Columbus statue at Old Harbor with a height of 76 meters.

Parks to visit in Barcelona

• The Parque Central de Poblenou opened for the public in 2008 and is the creation of the French architect Jean Nouvel. Combining modern design with nature, the 55,000 m². Are an oasis in the city center. The meeting point is Plaça de la Sardana in the center of the park, with benches and metal chairs where guests can relax.
• The Botanical Garden of Barcelona is located in the Montjuïc Hill park, while the gardens at Parc del Laberint and Parc de Cervantes are equally impressive. Information here.
• Diagonal Mar is a 35-acre urban park with paths, lakes, green spaces, sports facilities, children’s playgrounds, such as the “Magic Mountain”, and even a special sports venue for dogs.

Thing to do in Barcelona.

There are many happenings, street events that you will certainly love. Here is a website with information about the upcoming events in this spectacular city.

Tip: You certainly have to see a flamenco show in Palacio del Flamenco. You can also visit the Camp Nou, the popular sports arena and the home stadium of FC Barcelona.

Check information here.

Where to stay in Barcelona.

There are many hostels and hotels in Barcelona that offer the opportunity for every tourist to visit this city. If you want an economic solution you can check out the following hostels: Mambo Tango and Rocket Hostels Gracia.

Regarding the hotels: Sansi Pedralbes is a nice and relatively economic option. NH Barcelona La Maquinista and Hotel Ronda Lesseps are definitely good options.

Enjoy your time at this wonderful, vibrant city!

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Located in the Iberian Peninsula, near the town of Valladolid and the capital of Spain, Madrid.

The original name was Segobriga, the term sego mean victory, while the suffix Briga considered means city or strength.

For this reason the Segovia is known as the “city of victory”.

The old town is built on a narrow hill with the Roman aqueduct are since 1985 UNESCO World Heritage by UNESCO.

It is worth visiting the fairytale castle dating from the 11th century and was the residence of the kings of Castile.

The imposing city’s cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic Basque-Castilian and known as “the lady of cathedrals”.

The Segovia surrounded by walls from the Roman era and restored in the 19th century.

Other major attractions are the churches of San Esteban, San Mijas and San Martin.

A walk in Castilian palace of Ayala Vergantha will impress the visitor.

The palace dates from the late 15th century and has been declared a historic-artistic monument.

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This place is amazing just to stand in the middle and take a look of the view. Even if you go at day or at night, whether it is full of people or almost empty, it always creates a different way and feeling.  There are a lot of restaurants around a bit expensive, if you want something cheaper, you can find amazing places around the city with better gastronomic offers.

2. Roman Bridge (Puente Romano)

The Roman bridge of Córdoba is a bridge in the Historic centre of Córdoba, Andalusia, southern Spain, originally built in the early 1st century BC across the Guadalquivir river, though it has been reconstructed at various times since.For me this is one of the most amazing mental postcards that you will keep while visiting Cordoba.

3. Mezquita Catedral de Cordoba

The Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba is the most important monument of all the Western Islamic world, and one of the most amazing in the world. The evolution of the “Omeya” style in Spain is resumed in the history of the Mosque of Cordoba, as well as other styles such as the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque of the Christian architecture. It’s important to check the time you want to visit and go 30 minutes in advance, because normally they are sold out.

4. Alcazar de los reyes cristinanos

The Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos (Spanish for “Castle of the Christian Monarchs”), also known as the Alcázar of Córdoba, is a medieval Alcázar located in the historic centre of Córdoba, Spain, next to the Guadalquivir River and near the Grand Mosque. This is one of the most incredible places you will visit in Cordoba, the beauty of the big gardens, the architecture of the buildings takes you to amazing places only to look all the beautiful view, take a note if you go before 8:45 AM you have free entrance.

5. Flower Street in Cordoba

Calleja de las Flores, or the Little Street of Flowers, is a street that no Cordoba visitor will want to miss, making it one of the top attractions in this Spanish city. More of an alleyway than a street actually, but in General Cordoba’s streets are so colourful and full of charming, that you will find more than 1 street where you will fall in love.

6. I Heart Salmorejo

This is one of the most delicious dishes you will taste in your life!! (honestly). Salmorejo is a purée consisting of tomato and bread, originating from Cordoba in Andalucia, south Spain. It is made from tomatoes, bread, oil, garlic.The purée is served cold and may be garnished with diced Spanish serrano ham and diced hard-boiled eggs. You will try “differents” Salmorejos,depending on the restaurant or bar you choose, but beleive me ALWAYS is amazing!

7. Plaza de las Tendillas

The best you can do is to stay 2- 3 days in Cordoba, because the environment, the people and the city feeling is amazing everyday. One of the places that I really recommend to enjoy a nice coffee is: La Plaza de las Tendillas, one of the Central Squares of the city. Around you can find stores, restaurants and a considerable number of streets that you can explore.

Article by: Audrina Espinosa

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— Francisco Alarcón

When is time to take the decision to take the Erasmus adventure is important to set your priorities of what kind of experience you are looking for at this point  I am going to save you all that exhausted work and extra overthinking, Granada Spain.

Located on the edge of a fertile plain (la vega) with the snow capped Sierra Nevada rising dramatically behind it, Granada is certainly worth seeing. But it’s not the location that draws visitors, and certainly not the ungainly modern city; it is Moorish Granada they come to see, and in particular the Alhambra Fortress Palace complex, considered by many to be one of the most beautiful architectural gems in the world.

At the moment you arrive in Granada, you almost automatically  feel amazed by the city, I won’t lie is a small city, if you are looking the sensation of the Big city maybe you need to come back to the research and find a better place that suits you.

But every time you decide to take a walk in the Center or the Albaycin you will find a great adventure, and an amazing view to keep with you.

So, like an erasmus the budget is not our best friend, like a plus this amazing city have a great gastronomie that is presented as a Tapas (“small” portions of food). For example, for 2 Euros you can have the amazing tapa and a caña (glass of beer), and believe me with two beers you have your lunch!

In Granada, there are four University Campuses, as well as the “Campus Centro”, in which all the centres spread throughout the historic part of the city are brought together. The UGR“s policy of using buildings of historical and cultural value has enriched its heritage, as well as promoting the restoration and maintenance of these buildings. So, take a look of the great educational offer that Granada can offer for this one time experience.

The  privileged geographical location due to its proximity to the Sierra Nevada, an excellent ski resort and the Mediterranean coast, with several major tourist sites, including Motril, Almuñécar and Salobreña.

So don’t worry if you don’t have plans for the school holiday and you need to stay. For sure you will find a lot things to do.

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Audrina Espinosa

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1. Shezhen Bao, China: Designed by architects in order to look like a ray and reflect the idea and the ‘magic’ of a flight.

2. Pulkovo, Russia: It’s the St Petersburg’s airport,its roof resembles like an envelope . An elegant construction, designed to withstand the heavy snowfalls in the area.

3. Tamar, Georgia: Located in Mestia and stretches to just 2,700 square feet. Designed to look like a spaceship that has just landed.

4. Barajas, Spain: The Madrid airport, with ceiling – full of domes – the largest in Europe.

5. Wellington airport, New Zealand, patterned with geometric shapes.

6. Chhatrapati Shivaji, India: The airport is located in Mumbai, famous for its impressive white roof.

7. Lleida-Alguaire, Spain: With a construction cost of over 130 million euros, is impressive because of the colorful tower and the wooden façade.

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