Spain is full of paradises as coastal as they are sunny. However, it also has many charming and beautiful historic villages and towns.
Click to discover the most beautiful villages and towns in Spain.
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Albarracin
The medieval walled town of Albarracín, in Aragón, is one of the most attractive destinations in Spain. It was built carving it in the stone of the mountain.
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Morella
From above, Morella, in Castellón, looks like an extinct volcano. At the top there is a castle surrounded by houses that gives a unique aspect to this destination.
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Cudillero
Cudillero, in Asturias, is one of the most beautiful fishing villages in the country. If you want to have good views, go up to the Garita viewpoint to enjoy the landscape.
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Guadalupe
The small town of Guadalupe, in Extremadura, is well known for the 14th-century Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Away from Mallorca’s busy coastline is historic Deià, a collection of terracotta-roofed cottages that has been home to a number of celebrities, including Mick Jagger, Mark Knopfler and British poet and novelist Robert Graves.
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Besalú
Perhaps it is the most medieval town in Spain. It is located in Catalonia and there you can immerse yourself in the Middle Ages for a few days.
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Ronda
The massive Moorish walls of Ronda, a city located near Malaga in Andalusia, include a large stone bridge known as Puente Nuevo, one of the most photographed landmarks in southern Spain.
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Potes, in Cantabria, is a labyrinth of narrow streets, arches and stone bridges that takes us back to the 15th century.
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Frigiliana
Frigiliana is a postcard town. This well-organized Andalusian town is a beautiful mix of medieval Arab and European architecture. It is crowned by a Moorish castle from the 9th century.
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Alquézar
Alquézar is located in Aragón and seems straight out of the Middle Ages. In fact, part of its architecture dates back to the 11th century. The region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its more than 60 limestone caves with prehistoric cave paintings.
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Cadaqués
Cadaqués is a very picturesque Catalan fishing village located on the Costa Brava. It is located near the French border in the shadow of the Pyrenees mountain range.
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Alcala del Jucar
It is located on the slopes of a steep gorge and overlooks the Júcar River, in the province of Albacete, and exudes a disturbing medieval character.
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This Aragonese town has an exceptionally well-preserved historic center and is the birthplace of Infante Fernando, born here on March 10, 1452, who later became Ferdinand II of Aragon, one of the Catholic Monarchs.
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It is located in the province of Malaga and from afar it looks like a charming lime stain painted on the cliffs that overlook the distant Alboran Sea.
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Ainsa
Aínsa is overshadowed by the Pyrenees. In addition, the appearance of this Aragonese city is enhanced by its emblematic castle, part of which stands on foundations from the 11th century.
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Saint Vincent of the Sonsierra
It is located in the heart of La Rioja, a region famous for its wine. It dates from the 10th century and has a lot of history.
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Combarro
It is located in the estuaries of the Rías Baixas, Galicia, and is a quiet fishing village. It is known for its collection of stone granaries.
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Setenil de las Bodegas
It is one of the most picturesque towns in Andalusia and was built by carving into the rock of the mountain above the Guadalporcún River.
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Hondarribia
It is a border town and one of the most attractive destinations in the Basque Country. The center of the walled town is a palette of colorful facades and traditional wooden balconies.
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The great tourist attraction of Olite is the Royal Palace, an extraordinary Gothic castle-palace from the 13th century that once served as the royal seat of Carlos III of Navarra.
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Buitrago de Lozoya
When the mercury rises, a few people from Madrid move to Buitrago de Lozoya, a town surrounded by the Lozoya River and Moorish walls. It is less than an hour’s drive from the Spanish capital.
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Ballasts
The town of Llastres, in the province of Asturias, in the north of Spain, enjoys a long seafaring tradition. Unsurprisingly, seafood is abundant on restaurant menus.
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Castellfollit de la Roca
The medieval town of Castellfollit de la Roca is located at the foot of the Pyrenees mountain range, which makes it a favorite destination for hikers.
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San Vicente de la Barquera
This town was built at the mouth of the Gandarilla River, in Cantabria, and is located in the Oyambre Natural Park. Tourism is the main activity of the place due to the natural environment and heritage of the area.
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Sóller
This Majorcan town was once a small fishing village. As the port expanded, so did the town. Fortunately, it did not lose its charm. In fact, it has a famous heritage tram, which runs through the landscape and connects the town with the town of Port de Sóller.
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Mogarraz
Mogarraz inevitably attracts your attention. This peculiar mountain town is located in the west of Castilla y León and enjoys a craft tradition that is appreciated in Spain and beyond.
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Mojácar
Mojácar, in Almería, combines dream beaches with a fascinating history dating back to the Bronze Age.
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Gran Canaria is much more than golden beaches. Let yourself be impressed by the location of this town, in front of the imposing Roque Bentayga, an imposing rock formation.
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Sanlucar de Guadiana
It is located opposite the Portuguese town of Alcoutim, on the banks of the Guadiana River, and can be reached by boat from the coastal town of Vila Real de Santo António.
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The Castle of Guadalest
The Castell de Guadalest in Alicante, better known as Guadalest, is known for having a wide variety of monuments and historical points, among which a castle on top of a most imposing rocky summit stands out.
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Santillana del Mar.
This medieval town in Cantabria was first mentioned in civic records in 1326. After exploring its sacred streets, head to the Altamira cave, known for its prehistoric cave art and deserving of its UNESCO World Heritage status.
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Xativa
If you like to climb mountains to reach castles, visit Játiva in Valencia. This place is full of history: Pope Alexander VI was born here, specifically, in the famous Casa de Borja, one of the most important families of the Renaissance.
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