SPAIN

Our Spanish odyssey began with an an exuberant descent into Madrid, where we immediately plunged into its pulsating heart. We traversed the grand corridors of the Royal Palace, delighted in the culinary tapestry of Mercado de San Miguel, and marveled at the architectural grace of the Almudena Cathedral. We then reveled in the bustling energy of Plaza Mayor. From there, our journey unfurled through Andalusia, a region steeped in a mesmerizing blend of Moorish and Christian legacies. In Cordoba, the colossal Mezquita-Cathedral stood as a compelling testament to architectural synthesis, its forest of arches leaving us in awe. Seville enveloped us in its fervent spirit; the resplendent Alcázar and the towering Giralda at the Cathedral painted a picture of immense grandeur, all while the city's plazas hummed with life. A dramatic turn brought us to Ronda, where the colossal Puente Nuevo spanned a dizzying gorge, offering truly profound vistas. The whitewashed, flower-draped lanes of Frigiliana offered a serene pause, a picture-postcard village nestled in the hills. Our culmination arrived in Granada, dominated by the ethereal Alhambra, its intricate palaces and gardens a sublime crescendo of artistry and history. This expedition through Spain was a vivid tableau of cultural richness and architectural splendor, an experience that remains vividly ingrained in our souls.