Lonely Planet Spain (Travel Guide)

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Extensive practical travel information including getting there, getting around, climate information, safety tips, accommodation explanations, food & drink advice and shopping essentials Vengeance in the Valencian Water by Caroline Baker. A prolific writer with many titles available on Spanish themes. Senate or Senado (265 seats; 208 members directly elected in multi-seat constituencies by simple majority vote and 57 members indirectly elected by the legislatures of the autonomous communities; members serve 4-year terms) The main attraction of Cala’n Bosch is the beautiful beaches, with metres of golden sands and turquoise blue seas. They’re perfect for those who simply love relaxing and soaking up the sun; you could spend your whole holiday on them if you really wanted to. Cala’n Bosch’s main beach is really family-friendly, offering everything you could need for a day at the beach. It’s not too big either, so the atmosphere is more calm and relaxing. If you’ve always wanted to take up kayaking, wind surfing or sailing, you can try your hand at some of the water sports on offer at Son Xoriguer beach. To help you get around from beach to beach, be sure to ride the land train; it’s an easy way to get around plus loads of fun for children.

One of them, is a detailed guide on Walking and Trekking in the Sierra Nevada, knowing the author, it will be exact and a must for keen hikers and mountaineers heading to the Granada peaks. Cathedral of the Sea is another historical fiction novel that takes place in Barcelona, although this time in the 14th century. Here, we find the city during a time of massive growth and prosperity. This book may remind readers of Ken Follett’s work, The Pillars of the Earth. For anyone traveling to Barcelona, this storyline follows the building of the Santa Maria del Mar cathedral. The main character, Arnau Estanyol, becomes a stoneworker that aids in the construction of the church. Meanwhile, his best friend, Joanet, is studying to enter the priesthood. You’ll read about important moments in Barcelona’s history, including the Inquisition, the bubonic plague, and the treatment of women, Jews, and Moors during the 14th century. This novel was so successful that it was even turned into a 2018 TV series by the same name. Historical fiction about Spain The Assassin’s Mark: A Novel of the Spanish Civil War byDavid Ebsworth Families: Find your favourite spot on the Costa’s golden sandy beaches. When you fancy a change of scenery, you’ll find all kinds of waterparks and theme parks to keep the kids entertained.

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Most people aren’t aware of the brutality and atrocities that took place just within the last 100 years in Spain. The Spanish Holocaust takes a hard look at Franco’s dictatorship, discussing the 200,000 murders that took place covertly at the hands of death squads, vigilantes, and village rivals on both sides. The author looks at the differences between the violence that occurred on both sides – on one side it was systematized, while on the other it was a result of chaos and fear. Siestas are part of daily life in Spain, so don’t expect many shops, bars or restaurants to be open between 1 pm and 4 pm. It’s because of this afternoon nap that many establishments are open well into the night. Steps Out of Time, One Woman's Journey on the Camino is Katharine Soper's memoir of her pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago. She documents the history, culture, and beauty of this ancient pilgrimage all while comparing it with her overwhelm about the pace of modern life. Perhaps there never was a monument more characteristic of an age and people than the Alhambra; a rugged fortress without, a voluptuous palace within; war frowning from its battlements; poetry breathing throughout the fairy architecture of its halls.”

If you know anything about Spanish history, you should recognize the name “ Isabella of Castile“. Between leading the Reconquista and financing Christopher Columbus’ voyage to the “New World”, she might be the most well-known Spanish monarch of all time. In The Queen’s Vow, we meet Isabella as a teenager and follow her throughout her reign. We see her marry Fernando, Prince of Aragon, and watch as they begin to forge the country of Spain. It’s hard to understand Isabella’s point of view in modern times, and Gortner does a fantastic job of humanizing this historical figure. Guernica by Dave Boling

Read more about the book here. On the right are the very rooms that Irving stayed in at the Alhambra palace. Spanish Literature: A Very Short Introduction Now a successful TV series of the same name, The Time in Between takes place in the 1930s and follows the story of a young Spanish woman who is suddenly abandoned by her lover in Morocco and has to forge a new life and identity for herself there. The Spanish Civil War is about to erupt and she cannot return home, so she begins using her skills as a seamstress to support herself. She soon becomes wrapped up in the politics of the time when she is approached to become a spy for the Allied Forces.