{"id":8162,"date":"2023-04-17T10:27:09","date_gmt":"2023-04-17T09:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/?p=8162"},"modified":"2024-07-04T16:34:45","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T15:34:45","slug":"best-of-spain-portugal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/best-of-spain-portugal\/","title":{"rendered":"9 reasons why Best of Spain & Portugal is a simply unmissable tour"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019re seeking stunning architecture, delicious cuisine, spectacular scenery and contrasting regions, our Best of Spain & Portugal<\/a> tour delivers all this and more.<\/p>\n

We spoke with Travel Director Philippe, an expert in Iberia, to find out some of the highlights that await you on this incredible adventure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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1. THE ALHAMBRA PALACE, GRANADA<\/h3>\n

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\u201cThe Alhambra Palace is probably one of the most beautiful palaces in the world,\u201d says Phillippe. \u201cThe Moorish architecture and gardens are just spectacular.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Alhambra was constructed in the mid-thirteenth century under Muhammad ibn al Ahmar, Emir of Granada. It was built to serve as the palace and fortress complex of the Moorish Nasrid dynasty. The Palace premises comprise of attractive courtyards and numerous fountains, as well as the Nasrid buildings that served as living quarters for the monarchs and their servants.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u201cIt always feels very special to be in the Alhambra Palace,\u201d Philippe tells us. \u201cIt\u2019s actually quite difficult to get booking there, but Insight Vacations whisks you in without long queues. Under the guidance of a local expert guests love to see the Patio de los Leones\/Patio of the Lions, the view of the Albaycin (old Arab district) and to walk the magnificent gardens.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Palace has a remarkable history. It could\u2019ve been totally destroyed during Napoleon\u2019s wars. We are lucky to see it as it is nowadays, very well preserved.\u201d Between 1810 and 1812 Granada was occupied by Napoleon’s army during the Peninsular War. When Napoleon\u2018s troops seized the Alhambra, the General intended to blow up the palace. The story goes that a wounded soldier left behind in the palace diffused the bomb, thus saving this beautiful building for future generations.<\/p>\n

For travel inspiration: Spain destination guide<\/a>, Portugal destination guide<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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2. LEARN FLAMENCO IN SEVILLE<\/h3>\n

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\u201cIn Seville we visit the Cristina Heeren Foundation<\/a>, a flamenco dance school and a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER\u00ae <\/a>Experience. \u201cGuests feel the passion from the start as they get introduced to the Flamenco. Some of the teachers and students we meet are going to be the Flamenco stars of the future.\u201d<\/p>\n

With a mission to promote the teaching and conservation of flamenco, this is an exclusive chance to feel the passion behind the choreography. You\u2019ll be invited to put your rhythm to the test during a dance lesson, learning some simple moves.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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