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It’s easy to see why Spain, with its mild Mediterranean climate, fascinating history, and abundant attractions is a popular tourist destination. Listed below are five of the most popular attractions to enjoy while visiting Spain.

Playa de la Concha in San Sebastian

La Concha, located near the French border, is regarded as one of the finest beaches in all of Europe. The sand is fine and the sea is clean and inviting. This beach is conveniently located outside the city of San Sebastian and is easily accessed by bus or car. Tourist’s accommodations include a wide assortment of world-class resorts as well as a few budget-friendly hostile. Many restaurants, tapas bars, and night clubs are located by the beach.

Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas in Madrid

Construction on Las Ventas began in 1929 at the peak of bullfighting popularity. Built in the Mozarabic style, this bull ring features exquisitely crafted domes and horse-shoe shaped arches. Bullfighting is an important part of Spanish culture and draws large crowds. The best time to view a bullfight is during the San Isidro Bullfighting Festival which occurs during the months of May and June. The arena is best accessed by metro to Las Ventas station or by taxi.

The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao

This museum is one of the most important centers of modern and contemporary art in the world. Located in the Basque Country, this museum is built along the Nervion River. Designed by the Canadian-American designer Frank O. Gehry, the Guggenheim is hailed by the World Architecture Survey as the most important architectural sites of the 20th century. The Guggenheim Museum is easily to travel to by tram or bus.

The Feria de Abril in Seville

This festival takes place the two weeks that follow Easter. It kicks off with a beautiful procession and continues with lively fairs, dancing, and partying. The Feria is best known for its traditional flamenco dancers. The festival concludes with a light ceremony in which a half million lanterns are simultaneously lit. Located in the Andalusian province of western Spain, Seville is easily reached by air or train.

Cordoba

Located in southern Spain along the Guadalquiver River, Cordoba is rich in architectural and religious history. Built by the Romans, most of the city exhibits magnificent arches and columns. One of the most impressive examples of this architecture is El Puente Romano, an impressive arched bridge that marks the entrance to the city. Cordoba is also the home of one of largest Islamic mosques in the world. When Cordoba was conquered by the Christians in 1236, they built their cathedral inside the grand columns of the mosque. The resulting building is referred to as the Grande Mosque-Cathedral. Cordoba may be accessed by high speed trains from most major Spanish cities.

Recent cheap international flights make traveling to Spain more affordable than ever. Plus, with attractions to interest every traveler, it’s no wonder Spain is quickly becoming one of the most popular holiday destinations for families.