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Costa Nord
The brainchild of part-time Valldemossa resident and Hollywood actor Michael Douglas, Costa Nord describes itself as a cultural centre and begins well with a 15-minute portrayal of the history of Valldemossa, narrated by Douglas himself. The subsequent virtual trip aboard Nixe, the
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Hemp Museum Gallery
The worlds largest museum dedicated to all things cannabis related opened to much fanfare in 2012 (even Virgin founder Richard Branson was at the opening). Set in the beautifully restored 16th-century Palau Mornau, exhibitions delve into the role the plant has played over the years
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Casa de la Aguada
Just off Plaza Constitución, this place is also referred to as Casa de la Aduana and Casa Condal, since at different times it served as the customs house and the count’s residence. Closed for refurbishment at research time, the museum primarily covers the history of the building. A
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Castillo de Albánchez
The Castillo de Albánchez is one of Jaéns most dramatically sited castles, its leaning tower perched on top of a rock on a sheer cliff rising directly above the village of Albánchez de Mágina. You can, surprisingly, walk up to it in about 20 steep minutes: ask for directions in the
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Cala Codolar
This tiny cove boasts a sheltered sandy beach, with the headland to the north usually preventing the water from getting too choppy. Theres a chiringuito (open late May to late September) for snacks and drinks. Cala Codalar is the jumping off point for the Stonehenge monument, just
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Mirador San Nicolás
Callejón de San Cecilio leads to the Mirador San Nicolás, a lookout with unbeatable views of the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada. Come back here for sunset (you cant miss the trail then!). At any time of day take care: skilful, well-organised wallet-lifters and bag-snatchers operate her
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Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Cinta
Of Gothic-Mudéjar origins but reconstructed in the 18th and 19th centuries, this pretty, plain white sanctuary looks out across the Odiel estuary from its peaceful hillside spot 3km north of the centre. Columbus allegedly promised to pray here upon returning to Spain across the tur
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Casa Broner
Formerly the private home and studio of architect Erwin Broner (1898–1971), this modernist Sa Penya apartment is now open to the public. Broner, who was Jewish, fled from Nazi Germany to Ibiza in 1934 and designed numerous houses around the island. Several of Broners drawings are e
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Castell de Montgrí
Castell de Montgrí was built between 1294 and 1301 for King Jaume II, during his efforts to bring to heel the disobedient counts of Empúries, to the north. Its cylindrical towers and sturdy 13m-high walls still loom over Torroella but theres no road access. By foot it’s a 45-minute
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Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor
Just below the Alcazaba is the large 16th-century Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor. This church-cum-college played an important part in Andalucía’s 16th-century humanist movement, and boasts a beautiful Renaissance facade, lovely fluted stone columns inside and a Mudéjar artesonad
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Fundació Foto Colectania
Photography lovers should swing by here to see the latest exhibition; they change over about three times a year. When you reach what seems like offices, head through to the back on the ground floor, where two floors of exhibition space await. The exhibits may come from the foundati
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Ecomuseo la Alcogida
A restored agricultural hamlet complete with furnished houses, outbuildings and domestic animals (though the chained-up dogs have a troubling un-eco feel). Overall, it’s an interesting glimpse into the tough rural life of the not-too-distant past, with local artisans working in som
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Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Regla
The unique 17th-century Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Regla has an Aztec-inspired exterior with its animal motifs. The simple retables behind the altar also have influences flowing back to Mexico and are more subdued than the baroque excesses of mainland Spain (stick a coin in the m
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Palacio Spínola
Palacio Spínola was built between 1730 and 1780 and passed to the Spínolas, a prominent Lanzarote family, in 1895. Nowadays it serves as both a museum (of sorts) and the official residence of the Canary Islands government. It has an impressive frontage and pretty internal courtyard
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Es Torrent
One of Ibiza secret coves, Es Torrent is 7km south of Sant Josep on the west side of the Porroig promontory. The beachs name comes from its position at the end of a torrent (seasonal river bed). Offshore from the sandy shoreline the sea is shallow and a striking shade of blue, and
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Castillo de Calatrava
This magnificent castle-monastery looms high in the sky some 6km south of the town of Calzada de Calatrava and 30km south of Almagro. A steep stony road takes you to the top, where breathtaking views, as well as the imposingly preserved fortress, are your reward. The complex was on
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Castell de Santueri
The proud walls of this castle turn a craggy peak into a defensive bastion. The castle was built by the Muslims, and not taken until 1231, two years after the rest of the island had fallen. To get here, take the Ma14 for 2km, then follow the signs to the left (east). The road winds
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Basilica de Santa María
Portugaletes impressive basilica (1580) stands atop an earlier 14th-century church that originally marked the towns highest point. A striking structure, its largely Gothic with flying buttresses and austere sandstone walls; the bell tower was a later 18th-century addition. Inside,
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Pueblo Canario
Designed by artist Néstor Martín Fernández de la Torre and built by his brother Miguel, this mock Canarian village borders the gardens of the Parque Doramas. Its a little unloved and the restaurant keeps sporadic hours, but its worth a visit on Sunday mornings, when traditional fol
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Museo Militar
The history of the Spanish protectorate is dominated by military history, and this museum is the one place where you can feel the grand sweep of that violent drama, with martial music playing in the background. Don’t miss the antique photographs room, where biplanes, legionnaires a
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