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Exploring the Palace of Mafra: A Majestic Christmas Concert in 2023
In the heart of Portugal lies the grandiose Palace of Mafra, a marvel of Baroque architecture. Stepping into the opulent church, visitors are greeted by a sight to behold - a symphony of marble intricately carved into masterpieces, surrounding life-size statues that seem to come to life. The air is filled with a sense of history and reverence as one gazes upon the ornate details adorning the church's interior.
Amidst the grandeur, the young performers bring life to the ancient walls, their voices blending harmoniously with the rich history that permeates every corner of the church adorned with precious marble, inlaid mosaics and stunningly beautiful gilded altar.
The Palace of Mafra (Portuguese: Palácio de Mafra), also known as the Palace-Convent of Mafra and the Royal Building of Mafra (Real EdifÃcio de Mafra), is a monumental Baroque and Neoclassical palace-monastery located in Mafra, Portugal, some 28 kilometres from Lisbon. Construction began in 1717 under King John V of Portugal and was completely concluded in 1755.
In this timeless setting, the Palace of Mafra stands as a testament to the rich heritage and artistic brilliance of Portugal, a place where past and present intertwine in a symphony of sights and sounds. A visit to this architectural gem is not just a journey through history but a soul-stirring experience that lingers long after you have left its hallowed halls. Experience for yourself while in Portugal with Spain and Portugal Guided Tours.
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The Palace of Mafra, also known as the Palace-Convent of Mafra, is a monumental Baroque and Neoclassical palace-monastery located in Mafra, Portugal. It was ...
One of Spain's most fascinating regions also happens to be one of the less traveled by persons from the USA due to the distance from the most frequented places that draw the most tourists.
Northern Spain consists of these provinces, lovely regions where culture and history are combined into spectacular experiences.
Spain's northern territories are known for their stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and delicious cuisine.
While there isn't a single official designation for the provinces in northern Spain, some of the most popular regions include:
Galicia: Renowned for its deep-rooted Celtic traditions, dramatic coastline, and fresh seafood. https://wikitravel.org/en/Galicia
Asturias: A nature lover's paradise, boasting the Picos de Europa mountains and lush green landscapes. www.britannica.com
Cantabria: Home to historic towns, sandy beaches, and the Altamira caves, famous for prehistoric paintings.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cantabria
Basque Country: A unique culture with its own language, celebrated for its innovative cuisine and charming seaside towns.
- https://wikitravel.org/en/Basque_Country_(Spain)
La Rioja: A wine region known for its world-class bodegas (wineries) and charming medieval towns. www.britannica.com
- https://wikitravel.org/en/La_Rioja_(Spain)
Navarre: Offers a taste of everything from the Pyrenees mountains to arid desert landscapes.
- https://wikitravel.org/en/Navarre
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The Castle of La Mota or Castillo de La Mota is a medieval fortress, located in the town of Medina del Campo, province of Valladolid, Spain. It is so named because of its location on an elevated hill, a mota (in Spanish), from where it dominates the town.
The castle became a prominent prison, and variously housed Hernando Pizarro and Cesare Borgia, among others.
Of these men, the last is known for having escaped from the nearly 40 meter high tower by climbing down a rope.
Include the castle and other historic places in Spain during your next trip to Spain.
One of our favorite photographs of Lisbon. This is the dome of the Pantheon, located between the castle of São Jorge and the Alfama neighborhood.When you’re in Portugal, we would be honored to guide you on a wonderful walk through this beautiful capital city of Portugal.
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Ready to explore the of us? Throughout the rest of 2022 we'll offer Food and Wine Tours to Spain and Portugal. One place we love and will be visiting is in northern Spain. This short video will tell a small portion (pun intended) of what you will find in this beautiful city!
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Jacqueline Suzuki put a review on our new Yelp page about the trip that she went to with a small group to Portugal! She mentions the Douro Valley. it’s in the north of Portugal and famous throughout the world for port wine, where it actually originated, as well as other table winds both red and white, and rosé!
It was also the very first demarcated wine region in the world! That’s right, before France, Italy or any other country, Portugal had the very first demarcated region. It’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its incredible natural scenery of mountainsides covered by terraces where grape vines are grown. It’s a place you must visit!
we’re really looking forward to travel to Portugal and Spain that are starting to pick up this year, 2022. We already have several small groups tours that are ready to go starting April 2, 2022. This is a 13 day trip to Spain, where we’re going to take people to Barcelona, Valencia, Madrid, Sevilla and Granada. This will be guided tour that will focus on urban street art by incredible artists from Spain who’s unique artwork graces city streets!
If you want to join that trip, get in touch. We already have three confirmed reservations, which means we can accommodate six more persons. We also will have the same trip starting May 15, June 15, July 15, September October and November 15, 2022. You are going to love visiting Spain!
1 review of Spain & Portugal Vacations "My trip to Portugal coordinated by Greg was exceptional. I loved every minute of it. We met many interesting locals, and all accommodations provided by the company were the best! My recommendation is go to Portugal! It is a welcoming and beautiful and peaceful...
Learn how we are working to facilitate traveling to Portugal and Spain and Portugal during the COVID 19 times.
Our policies are designed to give peace of mind during this time;
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On the last day of our April 2022 Small Group Tour to Spain we'll have a guided tour of the Alhambra in Granada. Why is the Alhambra such a remarkable building?
The Emirate of Granada was the last Muslim dynasty on the Iberian Peninsula to capitulate in the Catholic Reconquista, in 1492. ... The Alhambra is the most important surviving remnant of the period of Islamic rule in the Iberian Peninsula (711–1492).
It was here, in 1492, that Columbus asked Isabela and Ferdinand, the monarchs of a newly unified Spain money to equip his ships and fund his voyage to the "New World" and made possible the trip across the Atlantic Ocean on the Nina, Santa Maria and Pinto.
You are invited to join our tour.
Reserve your space for the April 2, 2022 trip starting in Barcelona:
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Make your reservations on our webpage:
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Discover the artists in Spain who have created murals throughout the country on our upcoming Small Group Tour. We'll travel to Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville and Granada during 10 days with one tour each month starting April 2022. We'll be highlighting artists who have worked on murals in with Flint Public Art Project and also have created murals in . One of those artists that has done murals in both places is MuralesLian (see her Instagram page) https://www.instagram.com/muraleslian/
These two photos are from her murals in Flint and Madrid. You'll see the mural in Spain during the trip.
Trip Details: The Small Group Tours will be limited to 15 participants traveling for 10 days. Included will be your hotels, transportation in Spain, guided tours in each city with a Spanish Art expert showing you the murals and telling their story, special trips to leading museums and art galleries and visiting iconic sites in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada and Seville.
To reserve a space email us on our website: www.spainandportugalvacations.com
Flamenco Master Class in Madrid !
Characterizing Spanish culture for centuries, flamenco dancing originated in Andalusia, with Granada often pinpointed as its birthplace. With a private instructor, you’ll discover the moves and rhythms of this vivacious form of art – just leave your inhibitions at the door and start with an ‘olé’!
Details:
Enjoy one-on-one coaching from your professional private dance tutor. You'll discover the intricate moves and rhythms of an authentic flamenco dance. In time to music from acoustic guitars and passionate palmas (hand clapping), follow your instructor to learn how to perform fiery flamenco moves.
See how to hold your body posture in a confident stance like the Sevillanos, and discover the energetic hand, arm and foot sequences that flow together to build the dance’s compás (rhythm). Learn how to convey your emotions and energy through this passionate form of art: Besides the intricate steps and movements of an authentic flamenco dance, you’ll learn how to communicate non-verbally while dancing.
After, relax in the most emblematic Flamenco Café in Madrid after your class with a special dinner and show and enjoy an authentic flamenco dance: seeing the emotions, energy and expressions of the dancer played out through the infectious medium of dance – that you have just witnessed in your teacher!
Classes limited to 4 persons. Contact us for price and availability. Classes available daily with reservation.
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2022 is going to be a phenomenal year to travel and we're getting started early by planning several small group tours to Spain and Portugal. Updated will be posted here and the tours will be on our webpage www.spainandportugalvacations.com Tag your friends and hit the like button to ensure you get the early updates for your trips to Portugal and Spain in 2022
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Spain has amazing places to visit that are steeped in history. Here you have the Alhambra in Granada, Spain. Places not to miss during your vacation.
Imaging walking in the same corridors and gardens of the Alhambra! This was a jewel of the Moorish domination before the "reconquest" by the Catholic Monarchs Fernando and Isabela (best know as the sponsors of Columbus first voyage to the western hemisphere which took him to Cuba and other places which before had never been visited by Europeans!
When in Madrid why not spend the afternoon on a private shopping tour?
This stroll provides everything you need for enjoying the side-by-side neighborhoods of Triball & Salamanca, the most exhilarating shopping destinations in .
These ever-changing, fashion-forward districts are so expansive, they are best explored with an expert.
This 4 hour walking tour weaves through the streets targeting a special selection of INDEPENDENT clothing & accessory boutique worth visiting. Hidden gems that range from trendy luxury to chic bargain.
Bits of celebrity trivia, architecture, local history and up-to-the minute information on sample sales and store openings, provide a wonderful understanding of the area and a comprehensive tour for both fashionistas and windows shoppers.
Duration of the Tour : 4 hours walking tour. ~Extended versions are available~
Available by reservation only.
The P.R.E., Pura Raza Española, often called Andalusians in the USA, are known as "The Horse of Kings." They are the original dressage horse and gained their name from the region of Spain called Andalusia. The P.R.E. and the Andalusian is also called
You can see these magnificent horses throughout Spain. Our favorite is the Cordoba Royal Stables in Cordoba, Spain, founded by Felipe II, the Spanish King on whose empire the sun never set, founded the Cordoba Royal Stables in 1572 "in order to breed sturdy horses for the service of the Royal House". Its construction was commissioned to Diego López de Haro, Chief Knight in the court
The building was constructed next to the Castle of the Christian Monarchs, where it still stands to this day, and all this time has been used as a centre for breeding horses. . Over a hundred top quality Andalusian and Arab horses were reared here, and were used for drawing carriages, dressage and inseminating mares belonging both to the military and to civilians.
The original Royal Stables were destroyed in a fire in 1735 and were immediately rebuilt between the reigns of Fernando VII and Carlos III, whose shield graces the main door.
The poet GarcÃa Lorca called the building a "Cathedral of the horse", and the stables are certainly the most interesting part of this great building, whose design features three long naves with cobbled floors and vaulted ceilings, supported by brick arches and solid stone columns delimiting the horse boxes located on either side. This is truly a living piece of history!
Today we want to introduce you to the cuisine of the Basque country of northern Spain. Some persons already know about the amazing dishes found here but many are unaware of how the cuisine is tied to the cultural identity of the region.
These are traditions kept alive by the innovative chefs and restaurateurs that have been instrumental in bringing the cuisine of the Basque country to worldwide attention.
A guaranteed treat !
Basque cuisine is wide-ranging and varied; it is based on ingredients sourced from the Cantabrian sea (fish and seafood) and from the local gardens and farms (vegetables, cereals, meat, etc.) But if any one feature stands out in our gastronomy, it has to be the use of seasonal, top quality produce.
Since we don't wish to overwhelm our readers with the vast abundance of different ingredients, lets focus on the produce !
The quality of food has progressed from being a subjective concept to earn appreciation and certificates rated according to market quality yardsticks.
The Eusko Label certificate, recognizable for its K de Kalitatea (K for Kwality) identifies and distinguishes articles produced, transformed and/or manufactured in the Basque Autonomous Community, the quality, specificity and singularity of which are well above the general average.
The certificate can be found on products as widely ranging as beef, free range chicken, ewe’s milk, white tuna, local tomatoes and lettuce, honey, extra virgin olive oil, peppers from Gernika and guindilla peppers from Ibarra. It also applies to Denomination of Origin produce like Txakolà wine from Getaria and Idiazabal cheese.
If this sounds interesting you'll be amazed even further once you're there, and we're here to make sure you find the best places to dine and show the markets where most residents find their own for their families.
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The Castle of La Mota or Castillo de La Mota is a medieval fortress, located in the town of Medina del Campo, province of Valladolid, Spain. It is so named because of its location on an elevated hill, a mota (in Spanish), from where it dominates the town. The castle became a prominent prison, and variously housed Hernando Pizarro and Cesare Borgia, among others. Of these men, the last is known for having escaped from the nearly 40 meter high tower by climbing down a rope. Include the castle and other historic places in Spain during your next trip to Spain.
Ready to explore the #food of #spain us? Throughout the rest of 2022 we'll offer Food and Wine Tours to Spain and Portugal. One place we love and will be visiting is #SanSebastian in northern Spain. This short video will tell a small portion (pun intended) of what you will find in this beautiful city! Contact us to learn more about the upcoming food tours www.spainandportugalvacations.com
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