Streets squares and districts to visit Spain

This picturesque village with its small fishermen's houses was probably founded at the end of the 18th century by Catalan and Valencian emigrants such as the neighbouring Isla Cristina.

The quintessence of the image of Seville, the Judería, the old Jewish quarter, very limited in comparison to what it was originally, offers itself as a labyrinth of streets and squares where the traveller can satisfy his curiosity in a playful manner. Beautiful white houses with wrought iron doors and facades adorned with geraniums and small squares covered with orange trees which fill in the spring… There is no route to advise, but places that deserve a dangerous quest. Here are some: Plaza Doña-Elvira, Santa-Maria-la-blanca, Hospital de los Venerables or Museo-Casa Murillo.

This elegant neoclassical square is one of the most popular in Barcelona. Formerly the property of the Capuchins, it was designed by the architect Francesc Molina between 1848 and 1860. Framed by arcades and adorned with palm trees, the square is lit by modernist street lamps by Gaudí, while the Three Graces fountain, from 1876, embellishes the central part. The luxurious atmosphere it once had is now tinged with a bohemian touch that encourages relaxation. In the evening, its many bars and restaurants are fully booked.

The idea of the "great route", almost 2 km long, arises from the need to link Cibeles Square to that of Spain. We had to demolish a whole neighbourhood for the drill. The work in three times printed their seal to architecture: between 1917 and 1910, between Alcalá Street and Telefónica's building, buildings imitate Paris buildings from the late th century; from 1922 to 1925 until Callao was the outbreak of the first skyscraper in Madrid: from 1925 onwards, the extension to Spanish square.

The Rambla de Catalunya starts from the Plaça de Catalunya and runs parallel to the Passeig de Gràcia until it reaches the Avenue Diagonal. Like the latter, it is one of the city's main shopping streets. In addition to many shops, you will find bars and cafés with their respective terraces, all located on the central median. The avenue is dotted with modernist buildings: note for example Casa Serra by Josep Puig i Cadafalch at number 126, or Bolós pharmacy at number 77 and its beautiful façade decorated with stained glass windows.

The ancient village of Gràcia was a full municipality until 1897. Narrow streets and small squares contrast with the architectural splendour of Eixample. It was one of the Republican bastions in the th century. It is a little tourist area because it is rather residential and popular, but its charm is undeniable. It is in this neighbourhood that the parties of Gràcia are flames the streets, every year in August: among the most popular.

Among other things, it extends above the plaza Ramón Llull and consists of narrow streets, mostly pentues, and surrounded by old stone houses.

The Puerto de Las Nieves is home to the Ermita de Las Nieves, a small chapel built in the early 16th century by Anton Cerezo - an Italian who had obtained land in Agaete in the distribution that took place after the conquest. During the month of August, you can admire the 16th century triptych that its founder brought from Flanders. The rest of the year, it is kept in the church of Agaete. From the original chapel, only the sanctuary and the coffered ceiling remain. You can also enjoy, not far from the pier, the pretty white houses with blue shutters that have kept all their authenticity. Puerto de Las Nieves also has two small beaches that are perfect for refreshing themselves.

Between the 13th and 17th centuries, Passeig del Born was a place of festivities, where crafts fairs and knighthood tournaments were held. The current name of the district, Born, also means "tournament" in Catalan. In 1874, the covered market of the same name was built at one end of the passage. This metal construction, a symbol of the industrial 19th century, is one of the first in Spain. The whole area has kept a popular atmosphere, with its bistros and local shops.

Calle Mayor is the main shopping street of Alcalá de Henares. Bordered by porticoes, it is very rich in history. In the Middle Ages, it was the main axis of Juderia, the Jewish quarter. The first original wooden columns were then replaced in the 16th century by stone columns. There is the birthplace of Cervantes, which gives a fairly accurate idea of daily life in the 17th century, the Antezana hospital, founded in 1483 and one of the oldest in Europe, and the remains of the synagogue of medieval Juderia.

Borders the port of Alicante. A shaded walk thanks to the double row of palm trees. Cross Plaza Gabriel Miro with a fountain surrounded by huge magnolias.