Spain’s medieval castles are among the most atmospheric in Europe. From fairy-tale hilltop fortresses to mighty Moorish strongholds, these five castles offer travellers a glimpse into centuries of ...
You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Follow Samantha Grindell Pettyjohn Every time Samantha Grindell Pettyjohn publishes a story, you’ll ...
In 1994, a couple bought a crumbling 10th-century castle in Spain and restored it over 16 years. In 2013, they passed the baton to two former teachers who now take care of the ancient home. This is ...
Juan Carlos Steering Spain From Dictatorship to Democracy by Paul Preston W.W. Norton, 594 pp., $35 IT IS OFTEN SAID that the Spanish do not believe in monarchy, but have faith in King Juan Carlos.
Hosted on MSN
Ride the rails to Spain’s castles
Spain’s modern train network connects travelers to some of the country’s most impressive castles with ease. High-speed and regional services link historic cities in minutes, making it simple to pair ...
Archaeologists in Valladolid excavated the courtyard of a monastery and found the ruins of a once-imposing 12th century castle, photos show. Photo from the City Hall of Valladolid Below the green ...
What is a casteller? First, to define castell. A castell is a human tower built at a festival, particularly ones within Catalonia in Spain. So, a casteller is a person who takes part in these ...
This media is in the public domain (free of copyright restrictions). You can copy, modify, and distribute this work without contacting the Smithsonian. For more information, visit the Smithsonian's ...
Some results have been hidden because they may be inaccessible to you
Show inaccessible results