| UK and worldwide advertising by the Spanish National | | | | varied and delicious as anywhere in Europe. You |
| Tourist Office emphasises the multi-faceted nature | | | | should not miss a meal of rice-based paella, the |
| of the country. Different regions all offer unique | | | | Spanish national dish. |
| landscapes, lifestyles, cuisine and opportunities for | | | | Wine: There are wine growing regions all over the |
| exploration. | | | | country, the best-known being La Rioja in the north. |
| Spain is a country of sleepy villages where the siesta | | | | Visit Jerez to see the home of sherry and check out |
| is still observed and wonderful meals are served not | | | | the little known vintages of the Canaries. |
| before 3pm for lunch and 9pm for dinner. This is | | | | Art: Spain has produced world-renowned painters |
| traditional Spain - and you don't have to travel far | | | | ranging from classical Velazquez to surrealist Picasso. |
| from popular resort areas to find it. | | | | Madrid has some of the finest art museums in the |
| But of course, Spain is also the hustle and bustle of | | | | world. |
| the big, modern cities - with international standard | | | | Cities: All the buzz and excitement of the country |
| hotels, major art centres and museums. Sporting | | | | comes together in the capital, Madrid; and Barcelona, |
| legacies from the Olympic Games of 1992 as well as | | | | the Olympics city by the sea. Also look at |
| the fanatically-followed football teams all add to the | | | | up-and-coming Seville, Valencia and Palma. |
| mix of non-stop attractions for city breaks or | | | | Nature: Spain is home to many national parks, such as |
| multi-centre visits. Of course, in Spain you will find | | | | the Picos de Europa in the north and Donana in the |
| some of the most dramatic landscapes and | | | | south. Tenerife has Spain's highest peak, Mount |
| seascapes in Europe. | | | | Teide. |
| So: here are a set of Top 10 Tips which reflect the | | | | History: Did you know the Moorish Arabs ruled Spain |
| best of this fabulous country: | | | | for seven centuries, and that their legacy includes the |
| Beaches: From the cosy coves of the Costa Brava | | | | fabulous Alhambra Palace in Granada? Palaces and |
| to the vast acres of golden sand on the island of | | | | castles abound. |
| Fuerteventura, there is a beach to suit you whether | | | | Shopping: Big city stores such as El Corte Ingles rub |
| you like a busy resort or a strip of sand near a | | | | shoulders with colourful traditional markets. The |
| fishing village. | | | | Canaries are a duty-free zone. |
| Nightlife: The Spanish like it long and late and you're | | | | Touring: Hire a car or take your own, and discover |
| more than welcome to join in. Try a traditional | | | | the "Real Spain" along the back roads. Touring routes |
| flamenco show or the latest sounds on the disco | | | | include the White Towns of Andalucia. |
| island of Ibiza. | | | | There you have it - 10 great reasons for a holiday in |
| Food: Tapas bars have brought Spanish cuisine to | | | | Spain - and 10 great reasons to go back for more. |
| many countries, and you will soon discover it is as | | | | |