Madrid surroundings

7 Days and 6 nights

1. Barcelona
2. Barcelona - Madrid
3. Madrid - Segovia
4. Madrid - El Escorial
5. Madrid - Toledo
6. Madrid - Zaragoza
7. Zaragoza - France

Barcelona: Together with Madrid, it's the second most important capital of Spain. Barcelona is one of the main and most dynamic enclaves of the Mediterranean, already from Roman times. It was founded under Augusto, and slowly substituted Tarragona as most important Catalan city. The colony of Barcino gradually became the first Catalan City. In Barcelona one can start counting the monuments, the enormous mixture in style, the magnificent avenues but it will be difficult to finish. In short, Barcelona is worthwhile a visit to enjoy it in all its magnificence

Toledo: The Unesco declared the city of Toledo National Trust property. It is situated between the hills and surrounded by the river Tajo. This former capital of Visigothic Spain is indeed quite a monument itself. The cathedral, Alcazar, the Jewish quarter, etc. make this capital a jewel of art.

Madrid: The settlement of the capital of Spain dates back to the Palaeolithic period. Like many other Spanish capitals, it reached its most splendid times under Muslim domination. In the IX century, Muhammad I built a fortress, named Llamadamaytit, and which was definitely conquered by the Christians in 1085. As a result of transferring the court of Toledo to Madrid in 1561, on the orders of Philip II, it became capital of Spain till now (except for 1601-1606). The large amount monuments, the museums, the parks, etc. make Madrid a beautiful city worth of visit during your stay in Spain.

Zaragoza: A mixture of Iberians, Romans, Muslims, Jews and Christians has left tracks here during the 2000 years of history in this city. Zaragoza is the capital with the two cathedrals: the Seo and the Pilar, built over the Ebro and as the legend says, the Blessed Virgin appeared here unto the Apostle Santiago. Its most popular festival is the 12th October, day on which America was discovered.