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Touring El Escorial (Madrid’s Most Captivating Palace)

Touring El Escorial (Madrid’s Most Captivating Palace)

In the Madrid area and looking for more to do? Why not take a trip to El Escorial, a majestic palace not too far from the city center? This colossal estate has a lot to offer fans of history and architecture, and the surrounding town is as charming as a storybook. Wander the vast halls or check out the various courtyard, either way, this guide has got you covered, complete with a walkthrough of the palace plus suggestions of what else to see while there.

Santiago de Compostela, Galicia’s Most Beautiful City

Santiago de Compostela, Galicia’s Most Beautiful City

Santiago de Compostela is a traveler's paradise, especially for hiking enthusiasts. From its stunning architecture, vibrant culinary scene and gorgeous natural beauty, there’s no shortage of things to see or do in Santiago de Compostela. Santiago de Compostela is also well-connected to other sights in the northwestern Spanish community of Galicia so if you're traveling there, this guide has all you need to…