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Bus Travel in Spain: Essential Guide to Operators, Routes and Tickets

Bus Travel in Spain

For travellers exploring Spain, buses provide an essential and often underrated mode of transport. whilst Spain’s high-speed rail network is world-class, bus services fill the gaps, offering affordable and efficient travel to destinations that trains do not reach. From long-distance intercity routes to rural connections and urban networks, bus travel …

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Domestic Flights in Spain: An Essential Guide to Air Travel

Domestic Flights in Spain

Spain has one of the most extensive domestic flight networks in Europe, connecting its major cities, remote islands and coastal regions efficiently. Whilst high-speed trains dominate many popular routes, flying remains the fastest option for longer distances – particularly between mainland Spain and the Balearic or Canary Islands. Domestic flights …

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All Aboard! Your Ultimate Guide to Train Travel in Spain

Train Travel in Spain

Spain’s railway network is one of the most efficient, comfortable and extensive in Europe, offering an excellent way to explore the country. Whether travelling at high speed between major cities or taking a scenic regional train through picturesque landscapes, the Spanish rail system provides a reliable alternative to road travel. …

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Brief History of the Spanish Civil War (1936-39)

The Spanish Civil War stands as one of the most pivotal and complex conflicts of the 20th century. This brutal struggle between the Republicans and the Nationalists not only reshaped Spain’s political landscape but also served as a harbinger of the larger ideological battles that would soon engulf Europe in …

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The Rise and Fall of the Spanish Empire

Torre de Oro Seville

The year 1492 marked a pivotal moment in Spanish history, setting the stage for the nation’s emergence as a global superpower. In January, the Catholic Monarchs, Isabella I of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon, completed the Reconquista with the conquest of Granada, ending nearly eight centuries of Muslim rule …

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Top 3 Essential Art Museums in Madrid

Art Museums in Madrid: Museo del Prado

The three main art museums in Madrid are word renowned and attract visitors from all over the world. The first of these is the iconic Museo del Prado which houses an unparalleled collection spanning 12th-19th century European art, including masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Titian. Next is …

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Best 14 Tapas Bars in Madrid

Madrid Tapas Bar

In many tapas bars in Madrid you’ll be invited to a small snack when you order your drink. Visitors to Spain often assume that these ‘tapas’ are a nationwide tradition, however, this is not the case.  Originally from Andalucia, the idea of giving a small snacks (a tapa) with a …

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Bullfighters Killed in the Ring: Death in the Afternoon

Bullfighters Killed in the Ring in Spain

Throughout the history of bullfighting there have been more than 530 professional bullfighters killed in the ring. These fatalities include a number of legendary matadors who sustained fatal injuries such as Joselito, Manolete and Paquirri. While medical care and safety measures have improved over time, the threat of being fatally …

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