The Alhambra is one of the most visited monuments in Spain, according to Spain.info. It is in the southern city of Granada and served as the palace to the Moorish sultans that occupied Spain. Built in the 14th century, the name "Alhambra" means red fort. It is situated on a hill that overlooks Granada. The palace is an intricately carved architectural masterpiece featuring ornate ceilings, fountains and its famous Lion Courtyard. The monument is also home to majestic Generalife garden.
The Alhambra
Granada, Spain
+34 902 44 12 21
alhambra-patronato.es
Located in northwestern Galicia, the 11th century Santiago de Compostela Cathedral served as the end point of Spain's famous pilgrimage trail, El Camino de Santiago. The cathedral is a combination of many architectural styles such as Romanesque, Baroque, Gothic and Neoclassical. While it still serves as a functioning cathedral, it is one of Spain's most important historical monuments. Each year during Holy Week (La Semana Santa), the cathedral becomes a focal point for processions and celebrations.
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
Praza do Obradoiro, City Centre
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
The Valley of the Fallen (Valle de los Caidos) outside Madrid was constructed in the 20th century. The monument is a giant crypt built into the side of the mountain, with a large cross seated on top. The Valley of the Fallen was commissioned by Francisco Franco to commemorate his victory in the Spanish Civil War. According to GalenFrySinger.com, it was built by forced prisoner labor and Spaniards never visit the monument. Franco is buried inside the Valley of the Fallen's tomb.
Valley of the Fallen
Carretere de Guadarrama/El Escorial
Madrid, Spain
+34 91 890 5611
