Art & Architecture Tours in Spain are very popular who are interested in the history and the culture of the region. Historical Tours in Spain are very popular, and you will find a lot of students, and academicians choosing these tours. The rich historical heritage of Spain has a major contribution to make, in this regard.
Whenever we mention Spain, the first image that comes to our minds are the bull fighters, the banjo and the flamenco dancers. Spain, with its mixture of cultures like the Moorish and the European cultures has one of the richest cultures in Europe. You might be interested to know that the land that you are planning to visit, is a constitutional monarchy. The Head of State of Spain is King Juan Carlos.
In case you are planning to visit Spain, the currency is Euro. The credit cards that are usually accepted are Visa, Euro Card, American Express, Master Card, Access and Diner's Club. For all European Union passport holders, a visa is not required. If you happen to be a citizen of the United States or Canada, you will not need a visa if you are staying for ninety days.
Spain is famous for artists like Valzquez, Pablo Picasso, Juan Miro, and Salvador Dali, to name just a few.
As far as Art & Architecture Tours in Spain, are concerned you might want to know a little about the architectural heritage of the country. The huge aquaeduct that is found in Segovia and the amphitheater that is found in Merida are great examples of the art and architecture that flourished during the Roman conquest.
The oldest architectural remains that have been located in Spain date back to the megalithic culture. That is, these are structures made from huge blocks of stone without the use of mortar or similar material. These date back to about 3000 B.C. Or beyond.
The Moors have left quite a few grand examples of art and architecture. The Alhambra at Granada and the Great Mosque at Cordoba, are two magnificent examples of Moorish art and architecture. If you are planning to go for one of the Art & Architecture Tours in Spain, these two sites should not be left out. These monuments are beautiful examples of the Caliphal style of the Moors.
The Visigoths also left their own set of influences on the architectural styles. The Visigoths mainly inhabited the northern regions of Spain. You will find a merger of the Christian and the Muslim elements in the art and architecture.
Some of the notable examples of architectural magnificence in Spain, are the cathedrals that are found in Toledo, Burgos and Leon. These show a strong Gothic influence. The University of Salamanca is a beautiful example of the Plateresque style. The Platerseque style is Spain's adaptation of the Renaissance style of art and architecture.
Also, you cannot talk about art and architecture in Spain without mentioning the Baroque style. There are two versions of this style, one follows a very austere pattern while the other follows a pattern of rich decoration. The monastery El Escoral is an example of the austere baroque style.
Art & Architecture Tours in Spain usually involve an experience of all these styles. Even as far as modern architecture is concerened, Spain is not far behind. The awe inspiring works of Antoni Gaudi, like the cathedral 'La Sagrada Familia,' (at Barcelona) is an example of modern Spanish architectural style. This has been declared as a world heritage site by the UNESCO. The Parc Guell is another of Gaudi's magnificent works.
In case you are planning to go for one of the Art & Architecture Tours in Spain then the areas that you should not miss are those of Valencia, Costa Del Azahar, Peniscola, Figueres, Barcelona,and Girona.
The Museum of El Prado, in Madrid, is a fine place to visit in case you are interested in Spanish art. The museum is open from Tuesdays to Saturdays, from nine in the morning to two in the afternoon. But you should check for public holidays, in Spain, in case you are planning to visit this museum. The Dali Museum, that is located at Figueres, is also worth visiting.
When booking for one of these tours, you may choose a half day tour or a full day tour. These package tours last from seven to fourteen days, and cost about three thousand United States dollars. However, the charges vary with each tour operator, and with the changing currency rates.
Click on the links of holidayhub.com to learn more about the different foreign tour packages that are available.
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