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UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites in Spain

Listed as UNESCO World Heritage in the Kingdom
Spain has 45 items (for 2016), this is 4.3%
of the total (1052 for 2016). 40 objects are included in the list by
cultural criteria, with 17 of them recognized as masterpieces
human genius (criterion i), 3 objects are included according to natural
criteria, each of which is recognized as a natural phenomenon
exceptional beauty and aesthetic importance (criterion vii), and
also 2 mixed objects, one of which also falls under
criterion vii. In addition, as of 2016, 32 objects in
territories of Spain are among candidates for inclusion in
list world heritage... Kingdom of Spain ratified
Convention for the Protection of the World's Cultural and Natural
heritage on May 4, 1982. The first five objects located on
territories of Spain were listed in 1984 at the 8th session
UNESCO World Heritage Committee.

Cultural heritage

Ibiza is famous not only for
their clubs and parties, but
and historically significant
monuments included
to the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The most important monument on
island - a castle located on
the highest point of the island. For the first time
the castle is mentioned in the XII century.
It is believed to have been built during the reign
Muslims, and was originally used for military purposes. IN
our time, the castle is one of the most
attractive tourist sites of the island. In the castle
established archaeological Museumwhere various
exhibits found in Ibiza itself

Merida is located in
central part of the province
Extremadura, the capital
which is. City
got its name from
consonant Latin term
Emerita, which was applied to
soldiers who have gone to
resignation.
The city was founded by Publius Caricio by
decree of Octavius \u200b\u200bAugustus in the distant 25 year before
AD and was called the Colony of Lulia
Augusta Emerita, while in status
capital of the province of Lusitania.

In our time, the archaeological sites of Merida are on the list
protected UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Of the most
surviving of them, you can distinguish an impressive stone bridge over
the Guadiana river, a luxurious theater, a large circus arena, a majestic
amphitheater and a unique water supply system with
a grand aqueduct.

Third World Heritage Site: Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Guadalupe

Third World Heritage Site:
Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Guadalupe
Majestic
monastery that
clearly illustrates
are four centuries in
development of religious
architecture of Spain.

Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Guadalupe,
located in the Spanish province of Caceres, was founded
King Alfonso XI in 1340 on the site of the chapel in which,
according to legend, a statuette of the Virgin of Guadalupe was found.
Virgin Mary of Guadalupe, considered the patroness
Extremadura, was especially revered among the conquistadors,
who glorified her name in the New World.

The monastery is unique in that
connects all known
Spanish destinations
architecture of religious
directions that existed on
over four hundred years since
the moment of its foundation. is he
symbolizes two great
events in the world
stories.
In 1993, the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Guadalupe was included in the list
protected sites of the World Cultural
UNESCO heritage for its unique
cultural and historical value.

UNESCO World Natural and cultural heritage sites in India

In the list of objects of the World
UNESCO heritage in India has 35 items (2016
year), this is 3.3% of the total (1052 for 2016).
27 sites are listed by cultural criteria, 7
object - natural, 1 object - cultural and
natural. 12 objects are recognized as human masterpieces
creative genius (criterion i), 3 objects recognized
natural phenomena or spaces of exceptional
natural beauty and aesthetic importance (criterion vii).
In addition, as of 2016, 44 objects on the territory
states are among the candidates for inclusion in the list
world heritage.

Taj Mahal

Taj Mahal - mausoleum-mosque,
located in Agra, India, on
the banks of the Jamna River (architects,
probably Ustad-Isa and others). Built
by order of the descendant of Tamerlane -
Padishah of the Great Empire
Mughal Shah Jahan in memory of
wife of Mumtaz Mahal, who died at
delivery of the fourteenth child
(later he was buried here himself
Shah Jahan).
Taj Mahal (also "Taj")
considered the best example
Mughal architecture that
combines elements
Indian, Persian and
Arabic architectural styles.
In 1983, the Taj Mahal was named the site of the World
UNESCO heritage site: "the pearl of Muslim art
in India, one of the most recognized heritage masterpieces,
admired all over the world. "

Present time

Recently within the walls of the Taj Mahal
cracks were found. By
according to scientists, the appearance of cracks
may be associated with shallowing
the nearby Jamna River.
The disappearance of the river will lead to
changes in soil structure and
the subsidence of the mausoleum, or maybe
even to its destruction. He also
began to lose its legendary
whiteness due to contaminated
air. Despite
expanding park area
around Taj Mahal and closure
some particularly dirty
production facilities in Agra, the mausoleum of all
turns yellow. It has to
clean regularly with
special white clay.

Daily Taj Mahal
visited by tens of thousands
people, at the expense of tourists
"Indian pearl"
brings the country's treasury
a lot of money. In a year
Taj Mahal visits from
3 to 5 million
visitors, of which
more than 200,000 - from abroad. Most
tourists come to
cooler months
years - October, November and
February

Red Fort (Agra)

Red fort - fortress
construction in the Indian mountains
ode Agra, who served in
the era of the Empire of the Great
Mughal residence
rulers. Located above
the Yamuna River is just 2.5 km away
from the Taj Mahal. Together with
nim red fort
in 1983 was included in
list of world
UNESCO heritage. Part
the territory of the Red Fort
used today in
military purposes and inaccessible
for visitors.

Agra is famous
many tourists
thanks to
the famous Taj Mahal. However, on
territory of this
cities
located still
several
sights
ostay, among
which
stands out red
th fort.
This amazing building began to be built in the middle of the 16th century, when
Akbar the Great decided to change the capital of the state and move it
from Delhi to Agra. The most beautiful palace was built on the territory
fort and is surrounded by a fence whose height reached 21 meters.

Agra, Red Fort consists of several palaces, which were intended for recreation, living and state needs. Placed around

Agra, Red Fort consists
Of several palaces that were intended for recreation, residence and state
needs. All around were beautiful gardens and magnificent mosques. The fort combined two
style - Hindu and Muslim, this happened with all the large buildings of that
era.

What does the cave complex look like?

All caves are numbered from 1 to 29. Quite rightly the most
The first and second caves are considered beautiful. If this is your first time visiting
complex in Ajanty, you will be surprised by the size of the first cave,
where the ceiling height reaches 6 meters and the width is 12 meters.

Scientists cannot explain how, in the twilight of the caves, the monks painted the walls with the finest drawings using several colors. The essence

Scientists cannot explain how the monks painted the walls in the twilight of the caves
the finest designs using several colors. Exists
version that ancient painters caught the sun with mirrors and sent it to
darkness, as they did in Egypt. It is possible that the monks developed their own way
lighting of caves. Unfortunately, this question remains open so far.

One way or another, Ajanta has become a cult place for thousands of people who come every day to see the famous caves with their own eyes.

The caves attract tourists for various reasons: some are attracted
the splendor of the frescoes, others - the secrets associated with this place,
some find peace of mind in these grand halls,
some simply cannot resist the views of the
terrace near the caves.
Anyway, Ajanta
became a cult
place for thousands
people daily
coming to see
with my own eyes
famous caves.

UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites in the USA

Total in the complete list of World Heritage for 2016
there are 1,052 objects, that is, the share of US objects in the world -
2,1 %.
Of the 22 World Heritage Sites in the United States: 10 cultural and 13
natural objects. 2 cultural sites recognized as masterpieces
human genius (criterion i) and 10 objects - natural
phenomena of exceptional beauty and aesthetic importance
(criterion vii). Everglades National Park is on the List
World Heritage in Danger.

Statue of Liberty

Statue of Liberty -
colossal sculpture in
neoclassical style on the east
Svoboda ditch about
3 km south-west of the south
tip of Manhat Island
ten, USA.
Since 1984 Statue of Liberty
included in the List of the World
UNESCO heritage.

The sculpture is a gift from France for the 1876 World Exhibition and
centenary of American independence. The statue holds a torch in its right hand
and a tablet on the left. Visitors walk 356 steps to the crown of the statue
freedom or 192 steps to the top of the pedestal. In the crown there are 25
windows that symbolize earthly gems and heavenly rays,
illuminating the world. The seven rays on the crown of the statue symbolize the seven seas and
seven continents.

Yellowstone national park

Yellowstone National
a park -
international biosphere
nature reserve, object of the World
UNESCO heritage site, first in
world national
park (founded on March 1, 1872).
Located in the USA, in the territory
states of Wyoming, Montana and Ida
ho. The park is famous
numerous geysers and
other geothermal
objects rich in living
nature, picturesque
landscapes. Park area -
898.3 thousand hectares.
On the vast territory of the park
there are lakes, rivers, canyons and
caves.
About two thousand species of plants grow in the park,
there are several hundred
species of mammals, birds, reptiles and fish, in
including those under threat of destruction.

The park is one of the most
visited in the USA. Since the 1960s, his
attend at least two
million tourists. In 2006 the park
visited by 2 870 295 people
In the national park
are 9
information
centers and museums,
some of which
referred to
historical
monuments.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

National Park, part of the Biosphere Reserve and
a natural UNESCO World Heritage Site located in
the central part of the ridge of the same name (whose name can be
literally translate as Great Smoky Mountains) mountain
Appalachian systems. Administrative location of the park -
American states of North Carolina and Tennessee, border between
which runs along the middle of the ridge. According to
Federal National Park Service, Great Smoky Mountains is the most visited national park on
the territory of this country - for example, in 2007 it was visited by 9.4
million people, more than double the number
visitors to the second most popular Grand Canyon.

The national park has more than 150 hiking
trails of varying degrees of difficulty, total length
which exceeds 1,300 km (800 mi), as well as about 885 km (550
miles) riding routes. Most of them were
paved by workers from the Civilian Guard Corps
the environment during the Great Depression

UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites in Russia

In the list of the UNESCO World Heritage in Russia
Federation has 26 names (for 2016), this
accounts for 2.5% of the total (1052 for 2016). 16 objects
included in the list by cultural criteria, with 6 of them
recognized as a masterpiece of human genius (criterion i), and 10
objects are included according to natural criteria, with 4 of them
recognized as natural phenomena of exceptional beauty and
aesthetic importance (criterion vii). In 2016 Russia
ranked 9th in the world in terms of the total number of objects
world heritage, and by the number of natural sites - 4th
(after China, USA and Australia).

Western Caucasus

The Western Caucasus is part of the Greater Caucasus mountain system, located
west of the meridional line passing through Mount Elbrus. Part
The Western Caucasus from Anapa to Mount Fisht is characterized by low-mountain and
mid-mountainous relief (the so-called North-West, or
Black Sea Caucasus), further east to Elbrus mountain system
takes on a typical alpine appearance with numerous glaciers and
high-mountainous landforms.
In a narrower sense, which is adhered to in the mountaineering and tourism literature, the Western Caucasus includes only
part of the Main Caucasian Range from Mount Fisht to Elbrus. Within the territory of
Western Caucasus - Sochi National Park, Caucasian
state reserve, reserve Ritsa,
nature reserve Pskhu, Natural Park Bolshoi Thach, a natural monument "Ridge
Exuberant ", natural monument" Upper Tsitsa ", natural monument
"The upper reaches of the rivers Pshekha and Pshekhashkha", Teberda nature reserve, located
protected by UNESCO as an example of the World Heritage.
For climbers and tourists, the most popular
districts: Arkhyz, Dombay, Uzunkol

An important role in the formation of the relief of the Western Caucasus was played by
ancient and modern mountain glaciers. Here are common
trough valleys, tarn lakes, moraines. In limestone massifs
northern part of the territory subject to karst processes,
formed numerous caves and cavities, including one
of the longest and deepest in Russia (up to 600 meters deep and 15
kilometers in length). They form complex underground systems with
rivers, lakes and waterfalls.
On the outcrops of rocks, you can find the most interesting
remains of extinct organisms. So, the valley of the Belaya River (left
tributary of the Kuban) due to numerous finds of giant
shells of ammonites (sometimes more than 1 m in diameter) acquired
worldwide fame.
The territory is rich in picturesque objects: powerful waterfalls,
peaked mountain peaks (up to 3360 meters), rugged
rivers with clear water, clean lakes, huge trees
(fir up to 70 meters high and more than 2 meters in diameter), rare
plants (orchids) and many others.

Spain is known to the whole world as a country famous for the unique sights presented to us thanks to its amazing story, as a result of which, in the architecture of Spanish cities, features of various cultures are combined, ranging from the ancient, which came here during the Holy Roman Empire, including the Islamic, left over from the period of Arab rule, ending with the European, including Christian and Jewish, since the Middle Ages ... This is why many cities in Spain are protected by UNESCO. They are ready to offer tourists a lot of interesting excursion programs, during which you can appreciate the medieval beauty of Spain, the rarest antique monuments{!LANG-2581ed01353660be9a3329ca3ed76780!}

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- a huge building was erected in the sixteenth century in the Gothic style, with some elements of the Renaissance architecture. The temple complex consists of a cathedral, a covered gallery adjacent to it, and a bell tower - one of the highest in Spain.

Of course, in Segovia, tourists will be able to see a lot of other interesting sights: the ruins of the ancient fortress wall, the Monastery of Santa Maria del Parral, the Church of Saint Stephen, the Church of Vera Cruz, the Church of Saint Millena, "House of Peak", stroll through the local gardens and parks: La Merced Garden , Garden of Alcazar, Garden of Huertos.

- a settlement, high in the mountains, was founded in the fifth century AD by the Veton tribe. Today this city of Spain is under the protection of UNESCO, and its main attractions are the Avila Cathedral, fortified walls, churches and monasteries.

- the construction of which began in the twelfth century in the Romanesque style, was completed in the fourteenth - already in the Gothic style. Today it is the oldest Spanish Gothic cathedral. It has an unusual structure: as it was built as part of the city's defensive structures, and one of the apses of the building is built right into the fortified city wall. The cathedral was erected in honor of Saint Salvador. Inside the temple is the tombstone of the famous Bishop Alonso de Madrigal. The Cathedral Museum operates at the cathedral, which has a rich collection of exhibits: sculptures, books, silver items, paintings, silver monstrances for processions.

Or “Las Murallas de Avila” - the main symbol of the city, the medieval wall that surrounded the old part of Avila, two and a half kilometers long. This ancient fortification is one of the finest examples of Spanish military engineering. The wall, three meters thick and twelve meters high, is equipped with nine city gates, there are eighty-eight towers and two and a half thousand small shelter towers. This structure is in excellent condition to this day, and it is under the protection of UNESCO.

Or "Convento Santa Teresa" - was built in the seventeenth century, after the canonization of Teresa, on the site of the house where she was born. Today it is an active nunnery, and most of it is closed to tourists, but pilgrims have the opportunity to get to the church chapel, decorated with scenes where the saint levitates. In the Hall of Relics there is a part of the relics of Saint Teresa - the finger of her right hand, the sole of her sandal, and a rosary. But the rest of the relics of Saint Teresa are in the Carmelite monastery of Alba de Tormes, it was there that she died.

Or "Basilica de San Vicente" - a Romanesque temple, is the second largest in Avila, second only to the Cathedral. He is a "monument national heritage Spain ". It began to be built in the twelfth century on the burial site of Catholic saints: Deacon Vincent de Huesca, who died in 304, his sister Sabina and sister Cristeta. It is clear why the main relic of this basilica is the “Cenotafio de los santos Vicente, Sabina y Cristeta” - a stunning tombstone built in the twelfth century.

Or “Real Monasterio de Santo Tomas” - was built in 1493, where the main Spanish “Catholic kings” planned to build their palace, but the death of their son Juan forced them to reconsider their plans, and he was buried there. And later, the "Grand Inquisitor" of Spain, Thomas de Torquemada, was also buried.

- this is an ancient Celtic settlement, at one time, under the rule of the Romans, Moors, Arabs, then it became a Spanish city, small, but with a lot of interesting historical sights and medieval monuments of different cultures: the Cathedral, the Moorish watchtower, The Church of San Miguel, with Arabic and Gothic features.

Or "Catedral de Santa María y San Julián de Cuenca" - the main city cathedral, which houses the diocese of Cuenca, belonging to the Archbishopric of Toledo. This cathedral was built in the 12th century in the Norman Gothic style.

Or "Convento de la Merced" - was built in the period from the sixteenth to the eighteenth century. Today it houses the Theological Seminary of St. Julian and the "Society of Slaves of the Holy Communion and the Immaculate Virgin" In 2003, the monastery received the title of "National Monument of History and Culture of Spain".

Or “Palacio Episcopal de Cuenca y Museo Diocesano” - a single building was erected in 1250 from several Muslim houses, here you can still see Arabic inscriptions, a portal with Arabic patterns. From the end of the fifteenth century to 1530, the "Court of the Inquisition" worked here. Today the "Diocesan Cathedral Museum" is located - "Museo Diocesano Catedralicio", with a huge collection of provincial religious art: tapestries, jewelry, art objects, paintings, sculptures.

Or "Casas Colgadas" - the symbol of the city of Cuenca. "Hanging houses", built over a river cliff, were previously a typical element of the city's architecture, but only three such structures have survived to this day: "House of the Sirena" - "Casa de la Sirena", Royal houses - "Casas de Rey", decorated with wooden balconies. They are located: a restaurant, "Museum of Abstract Art of Spain".
Besides these interesting places cities you can visit the Church of St. Michael, Church of St. Nicholas, Church of St. Andrew, Tower of Mangana, Cuenca Consistory - thanks to their presence, the Spanish city of Cuenca is protected by UNESCO.

- located on the island of Tenerife. The city was founded in 1496 and was the capital of the Canary Islands until 1723. Since its founding, La Laguna has become the religious center of Tenerife, here the bishop's residence was located, numerous churches and monasteries arose. IN historic center the city has a unique colonial atmosphere; the old quarters and streets, mansions of aristocrats have been preserved almost unchanged. In 1999, this Spanish city is under the protection of UNESCO.

Or "Catedral de San Cristóbal de La Laguna" - the temple where the bishopric of Tenerife is located, built in 1511 on the site of an old monastery. But the building acquired its modern neoclassical appearance in 1825. His founding father, Alonso Fernandez Lugo, is buried in the cathedral.

Or the Parroquia Matriz de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción, the very first church on the island of Tenerife, built in the fifteenth century. The building features a mixture of several styles of architecture. It was in this temple that the indigenous local residents of Tenerife, the Guanches, were baptized.

Or "Real Santuario de Santísimo Cristo de La Laguna" - this Catholic Franciscan cathedral began to be built in 1506, and the title - "Royal", the temple received from the Spanish king Alfonso the Twelfth in 1906. Outwardly, this is a very modest church, but it is incredibly popular among believers: pilgrims flock here even from mainland Spain. Inside the temple, on the main altar, stands the miraculous crucifixion Cristo de La Laguna - this is the real symbol of the city of San Cristobal de La Laguna. Thousands of believers come here in September to worship the Holy Cross, an ebony crucifix that Governor de Lugo brought back in 1520, and it is famous for its ability to heal the sick and perform other miracles.

- was founded in the twenty-ninth year of our era, but experienced its heyday under the rule of the Moors. To this day, the city retains the charm of the Middle Ages, striking tourists with a combination of Roman, Islamic, Gothic architecture. The historic center of Caceres with its attractions is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The main attractions of Caceres are: Cathedral of St. Mary, Main square, St. Paul Monastery, St. John the Baptist Church, St. Matthew Church, Arch of the Star, Bukhako Tower, Stork Palace.

Or "Concatedral de Santa Maria de Caceres" - the main Christian temple of Caceres. Its construction began in the thirteenth century, but it was not completed until the sixteenth century. The cathedral has a transitional Roman-Gothic style. In 1931, it was included in the "List of Historical and Cultural Heritage of Spain", in 1957, made the center of the diocese of Coria Caceres.

Or "Iglesia de Santiago" - an old knightly Christian temple, built in the thirteenth century and completely rebuilt in the sixteenth century. It has Roman-Gothic features and is located near the fortress wall. The main temple relic is the statue of Jesus Christ, by Thomas de la Huerta, as well as a retablo, with illustrations of the life of Christ and his saints.

Or "Iglesia de San Mateo" - a very significant religious building of the city, since 1982, included in the "List of Historical and Cultural Heritage of Spain". The church began to be built in the sixteenth century on the site of a mosque, which was erected on the foundations of another, earlier Christian temple. Noble inhabitants of Caceres are buried in the chapels. In the Chapel of St. John you can see the painting "Christ de la Ensina", which tells about a miracle that happened in America.

- a settlement in the western part of Spain, which was in the possession of the Romans and Arabs, but conquered by Hannibal. The richest city in the cultural and historical terms of the Spanish region of Castile and Leon, famous for its many attractions. The historical center of the city has been under the protection of UNESCO since 1988.

Or "Plaza Mayor" - in the Baroque style, considered one of the most beautiful in Spain, it was designed in the eighteenth century by architects Alberto and Nicholas Churriguera by order of King Philip the Fifth, in gratitude local residents for their support as a contender for the throne during the War of the Spanish Succession. The square is surrounded by amazing buildings decorated with arcades. It can accommodate twenty thousand people. Previously, bullfights were held on the square, and now there are concerts.

Old cathedral or "La Vieja Catedral de Salamanca" - the cathedral was founded in the twelfth century in the Romanesque style, but was completed in the fourteenth century, already in the Gothic style. In the sixteenth century, there was no longer a place for numerous students of the University of Salamanca and began to build nearby new cathedral... Today, the covered gallery of this cathedral, built in 1526, houses the Cathedral Museum, with a rich collection of paintings. Another very interesting attraction in the building of the cathedral is an old organ, dating back to the fourteenth century.

University or "La Universidad" - a beautiful structure in the "plateresque" style, there is an old university library, which contains one hundred and sixty thousand volumes of literary works. The University of Salamanca acquired its current luxurious appearance in 1534, and since then it has been considered an unsurpassed masterpiece of Spain in this style.

In Salamanca, tourists should visit a lot of other interesting sights: the Jesuit College of Cleresia, the Duenius Monastery, the Church and Monastery of San Esteban, the Monterey Palace, the Salina Palace, the Urusulina Monastery, the Roman Bridge, the Salamanca Cave - the place where the Devil taught.

- the settlement appeared on a consecrated place, a century after the execution of two children, which happened here by order of Emperor Diocletian in 306. And at the time when Madrid was a small village, the city of Alcala de Henares was considered the religious center of Spain. Since ancient times, there have been monasteries, castles, churches, and in 1998 the city was added to the "List of Cities of World Cultural Heritage".

Or "Palacio de Laredo" - the most beautiful landmark of the city, an eclectic building, built at the end of the nineteenth century by the artist, architect, designer Manuel José de Laredo. In his brainchild, he combined elements of several architectural styles: neo-gothic, neo-mudejar, neo-Moorish.

University - the building is a real hallmark of the city, it was created by the architect Rodrigo Gil. It is possible to get inside the university only as part of excursion group... Today there are twelve humanities faculties in the following specialties: pharmaceuticals, biology, chemistry, history, economics, philosophy, literature, librarianship, Spanish philology, English philology, history, architecture, sports, tourism, and so on.

The city is full of attractions: the House-Museum of Cervantes, the Town Hall, the "Gate of Martyrs", the Cathedral of the Holy Children, the Madrede Dios Monastery - and they are protected by UNESCO.

- a famous pilgrimage point located in the northwest of Spain. The city is included in the UNESCO list.

Or "Catedral de Santiago de Compostela" - located on Platerias Square, and is notable for the fact that the relics of the Apostle James are buried here, which made the city the main center of European pilgrimage along the "Way of St. James". Thousands of believers pass along this path today. The grave with the remains of St. James was discovered in the ninth century by Bishop Theodomir. It is located in the main altar of the cathedral presbytery. And in the chapel "Ark", built in the sixteenth century, keep the relics of royalty. The museum at the cathedral has a rich collection of Spanish art from the ninth to the nineteenth centuries, including tapestries based on sketches by Rubens and Goya.

Or “Universidad de Santiago de Compostela” - the oldest in Europe, founded in 1495 as the “School of Grammar” by Lope Gomez de Marzoa.

Other monuments and sights of Santiago de Compostela that are no less worth exploring: Cappela Animas, the Rajoy Palace, the Monastery of St. Martin Pinario, also amaze with the beauty of their architecture and interesting history.

We talked about eight stunningly beautiful small Spanish cities that are protected by UNESCO, and are famous throughout the world for their magnificent architecture. And no wonder that more than fifty million tourists come to Spain every year from different corners the world.

Among the many cultural and historical sights of the country, there are even entire islands included in the World Heritage. So, the Spanish Ibiza is almost entirely included in this list. All thanks to the amazing nature and unique architectural monuments. Rare marine organisms live off the coast of the island. They feed on Posidonia. This is a species of algae that is considered endemic, that is, very rare. But not only this fact makes him famous all over the world. Posidonia is the longest type of algae, reaching up to 8 m. In addition, Mediterranean pine grows on our island. Like the olive bushes, these trees have formed the landscape of Ibiza for seven thousand years.

As for the architectural sights that make up the UNESCO heritage in Spain, among them it is worth noting the Cathedral in the city of Burgos. This is one of the oldest Catholic sanctuaries in the country, built in the Gothic style. Its history goes back over eight hundred years. Not only the exterior, but also the interior of the cathedral is an object of admiration. Inside you can see a gilded staircase, sculptures and altars, as well as relief images of gospel subjects. In addition, the cathedral is decorated with beautiful stained glass windows.

A true engineering wonder, protected by UNESCO in Spain, is the Biscay Transporter Bridge. It was built at the end of the 19th century. The bridge was the first of its kind in the world. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that it allows you to transport goods across the river, which does not become an obstacle for ships passing through it.

Speaking about the natural heritage of Spain, it is worth mentioning the Garajonay National Park on the island of Homer. There are virgin forests with laurel trees. In addition to them, you can find here over five hundred different types of plants and trees. There are many water sources in the park, which leads to lush vegetation. This ecosystem is truly unique, which determined the inclusion of this reserve in the World Heritage.

UNESCO World Heritage Site in Spain (44)
Cultural
Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin, Granada (1984)

Alhambra, Generalife and Albaicín in the city of Granada
Towering over the present-day Lower Town, the Alhambra and Albacín, perched on two neighboring hills, form the medieval part of Granada. To the east of the fortress and residence of the Alhambra are magnificent gardens Generalife, the former suburban residence of the emirs who ruled this region of Spain in the 13th-14th centuries. The residential area of \u200b\u200bAlbacín is a rich repository of Moorish folk architecture, with which the traditional architecture of Andalusia is harmoniously combined.

Aranjuez cultural landscape (2001)

The cultural landscape of the Aranjuez palace and park ensemble
This cultural landscape, which housed a royal residence for 300 years, demonstrates a whole complex of interconnections: between nature and human activities, between meandering natural watercourses and geometrically planned parkland, between rural and urban environments, between a forest landscape and the elaborate architecture of palace buildings.

Archaeological Site of Merida (1993)

Archaeological site in the city of Mérida
The ancient Roman colony of Augusta-Emerita, which has now become the city of Merida in Extremadura, was founded in 25 BC at the end of the Spanish campaign and was the capital of the province of Lusitania. Well-preserved remains ancient city include a large bridge over the Guadiana river, an amphitheater, a theater, a grand arena and unique system water supply. This is an excellent example of an ancient Roman provincial capital.

Archaeological Site of Tarraco (2000)

Archaeological site of Tarraco
The city of Tarraco (modern Tarragona) was the main administrative and shopping center in ancient Roman Spain and the center of the cult of the emperor for all Iberian provinces. The city has been built up with many beautiful buildings, some of which have been discovered in a series of successful excavations. Although most of the finds are fragmentary, a large number of monuments have survived under later buildings. The finds give a clear idea of \u200b\u200bthe greatness of this capital of the ancient Roman province.

Archaeological sites of Atapuerca (2000)

Archaeological finds in the Atapuerca caves
The caves in the Sierra de Atapuerca contain rich fossil evidence of the earliest human presence in Europe, dating from about 1 million years ago and up to our era. They represent a unique source of information, the scientific study of which provides invaluable information about the appearance and way of life of our distant ancestors.

Burgos Cathedral (1984)

Cathedral of Burgos (Catedral de Burgos)
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Burgos was founded in the 13th century, simultaneously with the great cathedrals of Ile-de-France, and completed in the 15th-16th centuries. The entire history of Gothic art is reflected in its beautiful architecture and a unique art collection, including paintings, carved choir benches, altar reliefs, tombstones and stained glass windows.

Catalan Romanesque church Val-de-Boy (2000)

Romanesque churches in Vall de Boí, Catalonia
Narrow, surrounded by steep mountains, the Val de Boi is located in the highlands of the Pyrenees, in the Alta Ribagorza region. Every village in this valley has a Romanesque church and is surrounded by a network of fenced fields. On the higher slopes, there are extensive seasonal pastures.

Cathedral, Alcazar and Archivo de Indias in Seville (1987)

Together, these three buildings (Cathedral, Alcázar and Archivo de Indias in Seville)
make up a remarkable group of monuments located in the heart of Seville. The Cathedral and Alcazar date back to the period from the reconquest of 1248 to the 16th century and reflect the influence of the Moorish style, being an important testimony to both the civilization of the Almohads and Christian Andalusia. The Giralda Minaret is a masterpiece of architecture from the time of the Almohads. It stands next to the five-nave cathedral, which is the largest Gothic building in Europe. Here is the sarcophagus of Christopher Columbus. The ancient Lonja (stock exchange) became the "Archive of the Indies" containing valuable documents from all the archives of the Spanish colonies in America.

Altamira Cave and Paleolithic Rock Art of Northern Spain (1985)

Altamira Cave (Cuevas de Altamira)
and rock art of the Paleolithic period in northern Spain
this new name was given to the site “Altamira Cave”, which was inscribed in 1985. Seventeen caves with rock carvings dating back to the Paleolithic period were added to the original site. This ensemble is the apogee of the rock art of the Paleolithic, which spread throughout Europe - from the Urals to the Iberian Peninsula - in the period from 35,000 to 11,000 BC. These caves are perfectly preserved due to their deep bedding, which protected them from climatic changes. The caves are included in the List as unique evidence of the creative being of primitive man and the existence of a cultural tradition. These are a kind of masterpieces of the first type of creative activity, fully mastered by man, contributing to a better understanding of an important period of human history.

Serra de Tramuntana Cultural Landscape (2011)

Serra de Tramuntana cultural landscape
is located on a steep ridge that runs parallel to the northwestern coast of the island of Mallorca. Millennia of agriculture with limited resources have transformed the area. Here a developed system of water management has developed, circulating along the borders of the former fiefdoms. The landscape is remarkable for its agricultural terraces and interconnected water supply system including watermills, as well as dry stone structures and farms.

Mercury deposits in Spain and Slovenia (2012)

Idrija and Almaden (Almaden and Idrija), province: Ciudad Real - world heritage of mercury. They are one of the largest deposits of mercury in the world, which has been mined here from the time of the Roman Empire to the present day.
Over the entire period of operation of the mines, more than 250,000 tons of mercury have been extracted.

Historic Center of Cordoba (1984)

Historic center of the city of Córdoba
Cordoba's greatest heyday began in the 8th century, after the Muslim conquest, when around 300 mosques, innumerable palaces and public buildings were built, the city rivaled the splendor of Constantinople, Damascus and Baghdad. In the 13th century, under Ferdinand III Saint, the Grand Mosque of Cordoba was turned into a cathedral, new defensive structures were erected, and above all the Alcazar de los Reyos Cristianos and Torre Fortaleza de la Calahorra (el Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos and Torre Fortaleza de la Calahorra).

Historic City of Toledo (1986)

Historic center of Toledo
A successively ancient Roman settlement, the capital of the Visigoth kingdom, a fortress of the Emirate of Cordoba, an outpost of the Christian kingdoms in the struggle against the Moors, and in the 16th century - the temporary residence of the great power Charles V, Toledo is a repository of evidence of more than two thousand years of history. His masterpieces are a synthesis of a wide variety of cultures that developed under the influence of three world religions - Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

Fortified part of the city of Cuenca (1996)

The fortified part of the city of Cuenca (Ciudad histórica fortificada de Cuenca)
Founded by the Moors as a fortress in the heart of the Caliphate of Cordoba, Cuenca is a rare example of a well-preserved medieval fortified city. Conquered by the Castilians in the 12th century, it became a royal city and the center of a diocese, rich in important structures, such as the first Gothic cathedral in Spain and the famous “casas colgadas” (hanging houses), which really seem to be suspended on a steep cliff above the Huécar River. The advantageous location of the city is also manifested in the dominance of its fortress towers over the entire picturesque area.

Lonja de la Seda complex of buildings in Valencia (1996)

Complex of buildings Lonja de la Seda in Valencia (La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia)
Built between 1482 and 1533, this group of buildings was originally used for the silk trade (hence its name - Silk Exchange). Also, these buildings are a masterpiece of late Gothic architecture. The grandiose premises of the Sala de Contratation (Hall of Transactions) most closely reflect the power and wealth of this large trading city in the Mediterranean during the 15th and 16th centuries.

Ancient gold mining area Las Medulas (1997)

Ancient gold mining area Las Médulas
In the 1st century. AD the authorities of the Roman Empire, using the hydraulic method, began to exploit gold deposits in northwest Spain. After 200 years, the Romans who developed the deposits left, leaving the inclined adits on the slopes of the mountains, as well as the extensive dumps now used for agriculture.

Architectural Ensemble of El Escorial (1984)

Architectural ensemble of Escurial
In plan, this monastery, built at the end of the 16th century in Castile, is exclusively beautiful place, resembles a grate-brazier, on which, according to legend, St. Lawrence was martyred. Its austere architecture, in contrast to previous styles, had a significant impact on Spanish architecture over the next half century. It was a refuge for the mystic king, and in last years reign of Philip II, it became the place from where political leadership of a significant part of the world was carried out.

Monuments of Oviedo and the Kingdom of Asturias (1985)

Monuments of Oviedo and the Kingdom of Asturias (Oviedo y del reino de Asturias)
In the ninth century, throughout the Iberian Peninsula, the heart of the Christian religion glimmered only in the tiny kingdom of Asturias. Proto-Romanesque formed here architectural style, which played a significant role in the development of religious architecture throughout the region. The highest manifestations of this style can be seen in the example of the churches of Santa Maria del Naranco, San Miguel de Lillo, Santa Cristina de Lena. , Camara Santa and San Julián de los Prados in and around the ancient capital city of Oviedo. Nearby is an outstanding modern hydrotechnical structure known as La Foncalada.

Mudejar Monuments in Aragon (1986)

Monuments of the Mudejar style in Aragon (Arquitectura mudéjar de Aragón)
The development of Mudejar art in Aragon in the 12th century was the result of the political, social and cultural conditions that developed in Spain after the reconquest. This art, nourished by Islamic traditions, also reflected the influence of various contemporary European styles, primarily the Gothic. Existing until the beginning of the 17th century, this art is characterized by the extremely refined and inventive use of bricks and glazed tiles in architecture, especially in the construction of bell towers.

Old city in Salamanca (1988)

Old town in Salamanca (Salamanca)
This old university town northwest of Madrid was in the 3rd century BC. conquered by the Carthaginians. Then it was an ancient Roman settlement, and later, until the XI century, was ruled by the Moors. One of the oldest European universities, it flourished during the “golden age” of Salamanca. In the historical center of the city, there are important monuments of the Romanesque and Moorish styles, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. The Plaza Mayor Square with galleries and arcades is especially impressive.

The old city of Avila and churches outside its walls (1985)

The old town of городvila and churches outside its walls
Founded in the 11th century to protect Spanish territories from the Moors, this "city of saints and stones", which is the birthplace of St. Teresa and the burial place of the Grand Inquisitor of Torquemada, has retained its harsh medieval look. The restraint of form can be seen both in the Gothic cathedral and in the fortifications with 82 semicircular towers and nine gates, which are the most complete in all of Spain.

Old Town in Caceres (1986)

Old town in Cáceres
The history of the city, which took place in the battles between the Moors and Christians, is reflected in its architecture, where a variety of styles are mixed - ancient Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance. Among the 30 towers that have survived from Muslim times, the most famous is the Torre del Bujaco tower.

Old Town in Segovia and Aqueduct (1985)

The old town of Segovia and the ancient Roman aqueduct
The ancient Roman aqueduct in Segovia, built around AD 50, is perfectly preserved. This impressive structure with two tiers of arches is an integral part of the appearance of the magnificent historic city Segovia. Other important monuments are the Alcazar, founded in the 11th century, and the Gothic cathedral from the 16th century.

Palace of Catalan Music and Hospital Sant Po in Barcelona (1997)

The Palau de la Música Catalana y hospital de Sant Pau in Barcelona.
These two beautiful buildings in Barcelona were erected by the architect of the Catalan Art Nouveau (Art Nouveau) Luis Domenech y Montaner. The Palais des Music de Catalunya is a magnificent steel-framed building full of light and space, decorated by many famous artists of the time. San Po Hospital is also bold architectural solutions and finishing, but at the same time it is fully adapted to the needs of patients.

Palmeral - palm groves around the city of Elche (2000)

Palmeral Elche, a date palm landscape that includes an elaborate irrigation system, was formed by the end of the 10th century, i.e. at a time when the Arabs still dominated most of the Iberian Peninsula, and when the Muslim city of Elche was being built. Palmeral is an oasis and agricultural production system in an arid climate. It is also a unique example of Arab farming technology in Europe. The cultivation of date palms in Elche has been known since at least Iberian times, i.e. from about the 5th century BC

Poblet Monastery (1991)

Poblet monastery (Monasterio de Poblet)
This Cistercian monastery in Catalonia is one of the largest in Spain. In its center is a 12th century church. The austere, stately monastery, containing the fortified royal residence and the pantheon of the kings of Catalonia and Aragon, is a very impressive sight.

Paleolithic rock art of Siega Verde (1998)

Rock art of the Paleolithic era Ciega Verde (Valle del Côa, Siega Verde)
Inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1998, monuments of prehistoric rock art the Koa valleys represent a unique collection of rock carvings from the Upper Paleolithic period (22,000-10,000 BC). She is the most striking example illustrating the birth of human artistic creativity. The archaeological site of Ciega Verde, located in the Castilla e Leon region, complements this monument. There are 645 engravings carved on the walls of water erosion caves. These prints are mostly symbolic and depict animals. However, some of them are also geometric shapes and schematic drawings. The prehistoric ensemble of rock art of the Coa Valley and Ciega Verde forms the most significant rock art of the Paleolithic period under open airlocated on the Iberian Peninsula.

Monumental Renaissance Ensembles in Ubeda and Baeza (2003)

Monumental ensembles of the Renaissance in the towns of abeda and Baeza
The urban morphology of two small towns, Ubeda and Baeza, located in southern Spain, developed during the Moors in the 9th century and the Reconquista in the 13th century. The cities developed actively in the 16th century in accordance with the Renaissance style. These innovations were due to the arrival of new humanistic ideals from Italy to Spain, which later had a great influence on the architecture of Latin America.

Rock painting in the Mediterranean part of the Iberian Peninsula (1998)

Rock painting in the Mediterranean part of the Iberian Peninsula (Basin)
In the Mediterranean part of the Iberian Peninsula, a very large number of rock art objects attributed to the late prehistoric period are concentrated. The paintings, the style and content of which are recognized as unique, clearly and convincingly reflect the lifestyle of a person of that transitional era.

Roman Walls of the City of Lugo (2000)

Roman walls of the city of Lugo (Lugo)
These fortress walls were built at the end of the 3rd century to protect the ancient Roman city of Lucus. They survived intact along the entire perimeter, providing an excellent example of ancient Roman fortifications in Western Europe.

Road to Santiago de Compostela (1993)

The road to Santiago de Compostela
in 1987 it was declared the first European cultural route by the Council of Europe. The road begins from the Franco-Spanish border, was used and continues to be used by pilgrims. About 1.8 thousand historical buildings along the road, both religious and secular, are of great historical interest. The road played a decisive role in establishing cultural links between the Iberian Peninsula and the rest of Europe in the Middle Ages. It remains a testament to the strength of the Christian faith among people of all social strata throughout Europe.

Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Guadalupe (1993)

Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Guadalupe (Real Monasterio de Santa María de Guadalupe). The monastery clearly illustrates four centuries in the development of Spanish religious architecture. It is a symbol of two significant events in world history that took place in 1492: the reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula by Catholic kings and the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus. The famous statuette of the Virgin Mary has become a significant symbol of the Christianization of much of the New World.

City of San Cristobal de la Laguna ( Canary Islands) (1999)

The city of San Cristóbal de la Laguna is located on
Canary Islands and has two centers: the older Upper townhaving a spontaneously formed layout; and the Lower City, the first ideal “city-territory”, organized according to certain scientific concepts. On its wide streets and squares, there are many beautiful churches, public and private buildings erected in the XVI-XVIII centuries.

Monasteries of San Millán in Yuso and in Suso (1997)

Monasteries of San Millán in Yuso and in Suso (San Millán de Yuso y de Suso).
The monastic community, founded by Saint Emilian in the middle of the 6th century, became a place of pilgrimage. A beautiful Romanesque church built in honor of this saint still stands in Suso. It was here that the first literary texts in the Castilian language were created, on the basis of which one of the most widespread in modern world languages \u200b\u200b- Spanish. At the beginning of the 16th century, the community received a lovely new monastery at Yuso, below the old complex; this monastery is flourishing to this day.

Santiago de Compostela (1985)

Old town in Santiago de Compostela
it famous place pilgrimages in northwest Spain became a symbol in the struggle of Spanish Christians against Islam. Destroyed by Muslims at the end of the 10th century, the city was completely rebuilt in the next century. With its buildings in a variety of styles (Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque), Santiago's Old Town is considered one of the most beautiful urban areas in the world. The most ancient monuments are concentrated in the area of \u200b\u200bthe tomb of St. Jacob and near cathedral with the famous Portico de la Gloria (Portico of Glory).

Tower of Hercules (2009)

The Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hércules) is an active lighthouse in the northern part of the city of A Coruña (Galicia). Built during the Roman Empire, it is considered the oldest lighthouse in the world. The structure is 55 meters high and stands above the waters of the Betanzos Bay of the Atlantic Ocean.

University and Historic Precinct of Alcala de Henares (1998)

University and the historic city of Alcalá de Henares
Founded by Cardinal Jimenez de Cisneros in the early 16th century, Alcala de Henares was the world's first specially designed university town. She was the original model for Civitas Dei (City of the Lord), the ideal urban community that Spanish missionaries brought to America. It has also served as a model for universities in Europe and other parts of the world.

Bridge of Biscay (2006)

Bridge of Biscay (Puente de Vizcaya),
connects the banks of the Ibaizabal - the estuary of the Nervion River northwest of Bilbao. It was designed by the Basque architect Alberto de Palacio and was completed in 1893. The metal bridge, 45 meters high, with a span of 160 meters, was the first bridge in the world designed to move people and crews in a highly suspended gondola. The bridge became a model for many similar bridges in Europe, Africa and America, only a few of which have survived to this day in a very small number. Thanks to the pioneering use of lightweight twisted steel ropes, this bridge is recognized as one of the most outstanding architectural metal structures of the industrial revolution era.

Works by Antoni Gaudi (1984)

Works by Antoni Gaudí (Barcelona and surroundings)
Four buildings built by the architect Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926) in and around Barcelona are an addition to his Park Guell, Palace Guell and Casa Milà in Barcelona, \u200b\u200binscribed on the World Heritage List in 1984. The buildings confirm the exceptional creative contribution of Gaudí to the development of architecture and building technology in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These monuments represent an eclectic and, at the same time, very individual style, which is expressed in the design of parks, sculpture and all kinds of decorative arts, as well as in architecture. These four buildings are: Casa Vicens (1883-1885); part of Gaudí's works on the Sagrada Familia church (1884-1926 - the facade of the Nativity and the crypt); Casa Batlo (1904-1906) and the crypt in Colonia Güell (1898-1905).

Natural
Doñana National Park (1994)

Doñana National Park
Doñana National Park in Andalusia occupies the right bank of the Guadalquivir estuary near its confluence with the Atlantic Ocean. This area is famous for its variety of landscapes, including lagoons, swamps, mobile and fixed dunes, shrubs and forests, maquis. Representatives of five rare and endangered bird species live here, one of the largest herons colonies in the Mediterranean has settled, and over 500 thousand water birds fly here for the winter.

Garajonay National Park (1986)

Garajonay National Park in the Canary Islands.
Virgin laurel forests cover about 70% of the territory of this park, located in the heart of the island of Gomera, which is part of the Canary archipelago. The presence of water sources led to the development of lush vegetation on the island - similar to the one that existed here in the Tertiary time and which in Southern Europe has practically disappeared as a result of the climatic changes that have occurred.

Teide National Park (2007)

Teide National Park
Teide Nature Reserve, delightful in its beauty, is also a storehouse of information about the geological processes that determine the evolution of oceanic islands. Its main attraction is the most high peak Spain's Teide-Pico Viejo stratovolcano with a height of 3,718 meters. Reaching an altitude of 7,500 meters in relation to the level of the seabed, it is listed as the third highest volcanic formation in the world. Teide National Park is of worldwide importance: traces of the geological processes that determine the evolution of the oceanic islands have been preserved here.

Mixed
Ibiza, biodiversity and culture (1999)

Ibiza Island: Biodiversity and Culture (Ibiza)
Ibis (Ibiza, Ibiza), part of Balearic Islands and perfectly illustrates the interaction between marine and coastal ecosystems. Dense thickets of Posidonia (oceanic algae), one of the main endemics Mediterranean Sea, - an important condition for maintaining the species diversity of marine organisms in the coastal zone. Ibis bears testimony to its rich history. Archaeological excavations in the area of \u200b\u200bthe Sa Caleta settlement and in the Puig des Molins necropolis confirm that the island played a large role in economic development Mediterranean even in prehistoric times, especially during the times of Phenicia and Carthage. The fortified Upper City (Alta Vila) is an outstanding example of military architecture of the Renaissance, having a great influence on the construction of Spanish fortified settlements in the New World.

Mont Perdue region in the Pyrenees (1997)

Mont Perdido region in the Pyrenees
In the center of this remarkable alpine massif, covering the border region between France and Spain in the Pyrenees, rises the limestone mountain of Mont Perdu, reaching 3352 meters. The heritage site with an area of \u200b\u200b30.6 thousand hectares includes two of the deepest canyons in Europe (on the Spanish side) and three large glacial circuses (in France). The local pastoral landscapes illustrate the agricultural mode, previously very typical for the mountainous regions of Europe, but to date, preserved only in this part of the Pyrenees. Villages, fields and farms, mountain pastures and roads remind of past times.

Historical and cultural heritage of Spain is rich and varied. The color of this country, its unique beauty inspired Picasso, Goya, Velazquez, Dali.

The influence of various peoples, religions and cultures, the border position between Europe and Africa, the isolation of the Mediterranean and the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean - all this is reflected in the majestic monuments and interesting traditions of Spain. Already in ancient times, Spain was a welcome prey for invaders - from the Phoenicians to the Romans. In the Middle Ages, most of the country was owned by the Arabs who invaded here in the 8th century from North Africa. By the end of the 15th century, Christians had conquered Spain and united it. All generations of rulers have tried to achieve cultural unity, but the cultural traditions of Spain are variegated, as before. And some regions are still proud of their originality and independence.

Almost the entire country is one huge historical Museum in the open air, surrounded by a ring of beautiful seashores and resort areas, many of which are considered the best in Europe.

The cultural heritage of Madrid distinguishes it from many cities in the world, thanks to an incredible number of artistic, architectural and historical sights.

ABOUT
one of the city's main cultural attractions is the Prado Museum, founded by Maria Isabella Braganza, the second wife of Ferdinand VII. In 1819 the museum was housed in the present building as the Royal Museum. The museum building was commissioned by King Charles III in 1785, designed by the architect Juan de Villanueva.

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in other major museums in Madrid, the Reina Sofia Museum and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, together with the Prado Museum, they form the so-called "golden triangle of arts". The first contains paintings of contemporary art. In particular, the Reina Sofia Museum houses the most famous painting by Pablo Picasso "Guernica", as well as the works of Salvador Dalia by Joan Miró. The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum houses paintings from different eras, from the Renaissance to the works of the Impressionists, Surrealists and Cubists.

Also of interest is the collection of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando, which has 1300 paintings, including works by Velazquez, Rubens and Goya.

IV. Organizing and conducting shopping tours in Madrid

In accordance with the individual goal of the practice: the organization of shopping tours in Madrid, the main locations for such tours were identified.

Z and shopping in Madrid is best done in summer. At this time, the sales season begins here. Shop windows begin to dazzle with bright inscriptions Rebajas (rebahas) - indicating seasonal discounts. Yes and nice weather will accompany you on long walks through the many shops of the city.

Shopping in Madrid is concentrated in eight main areas: Salamanca, Arguelles, Fuencarral and Chueca, Gran Vía, Ourense and Asca, Preciados and Sol. Each area deserves special attention, it has its own personality and is not at all like the others.

Salamanca is the most fashionable area of \u200b\u200bMadrid. Salamanca's bright shop windows are full of a variety of prestigious brands. Here are concentrated boutiques of famous fashion houses, shops with exclusive clothing and footwear, antique salons, jewelry stores and elegant restaurants. The main shopping streets are Jorge Juan, Claudio Coelho, Goya, Serrano, Ortega y Gasset and Velazquez. Here you will find the famous boutiques of Armani, Versace, Adolfo Dominiguez, Antonio Pernas and many other famous fashion designers.

The Arguels district will offer you more affordable prices. It is close to the Egyptian temple of Debod and the green area of \u200b\u200bParque del Oeste. In this area, on both sides of Princesa Street, you can find many fashion boutiques. In addition, there is the Zara building and the huge El Corte Ingles department store. The endless area of \u200b\u200bthe department store houses hundreds of stores of famous European brands. For an affordable price, here you can buy clothes, accessories and shoes of such brands as Springfield, Zara, Mango, Pepe Jeans, Stradivarius, Massimo Dutti, and many others.

F huencarral and Chueca - an area in the center of Madrid. This iconic place is today the cultural and creative center of the modern youth of the capital. Here you can find hundreds of boutiques, brand shops, souvenir shops, restaurants and bars. In this area there is a market created as an alternative to shopping centers (Calle Fuencarral 45. Metro Fuencarral). More than 45 stores offer avant-garde clothing for every taste. The market constantly hosts unusual performances, film screenings and various performances.

Ourense and Asca is the business center of Madrid. There are many shopping centers and commercial stores around it. Most of the trade is concentrated on Concha Espina Avenue, Ourense Street, and Paseo de la Abana Boulevard. In this area, you can find various fashion boutiques and expensive clothing stores on every corner. The largest department store in the city, El Corte Inglés, and two large commercial centers, Fashion Shopping and La Esquina del Bernabeu, are also located here.

Gran Via is one of the main arteries of the city. This street can be called the sister of American Broadway. Gran Via in Spanish means large or wide street. This street is home to stately buildings dating back to the early twentieth century, huge multiplex cinemas and many different shops and stalls. From Plaza de Espana to Callao, you can find rows of luxury shoe shops. Callao is home to rows of fashion boutiques, and there are also two large specialized stores - Madrid Rock and the book house La Cassa del Libro. There are many prestigious jewelry stores near Calle Alcala. Shopping in Madrid

P resiados and Sol is the tourist center of the city and the most visited part of Madrid. In this area, on Puerta del Sol, you can find the zero mark of all the roads in Spain. Even just walking along the crowded streets of Preciados and Sol will be a real pleasure. When shopping in this area, be sure that you will find anything here: clothing and footwear stores, fashion stores and boutiques, souvenirs, fabrics and electrical appliances, jewelry stores, boutiques with wedding dresses and accessories, restaurants, bars, commercial centers, etc. much more.