Five plans to enjoy the heat at Easter (II)

In the heat of the polar cold wave in which we find ourselves and with Easter just around the corner, many of us are already planning what our next getaway will be during on the bridge. If possible, to a warm and close place, which allows us to enjoy the good weather, nature in the open air and the sun. Next, we propose five destinations to enjoy the heat at Easter.

Mallorca

Located off the coast of the Spanish Levante, in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, Mallorca is presented as the ideal tourist destination for those who want to enjoy the beach and the sun at Easter. With a beautiful old town, a very interesting cultural program and many places to discover, in Mallorca there is much to see.

Visiting the Gothic Cathedral, the Moorish vestiges of Almudaina, Bellver Castle, museums such as those of the Juan March Foundation or Barceló, or having a coffee on Passeig des Born, are some of the activities that can be done here.

Without forgetting the wonderful beaches and coves that have made the island world famous. Playa Sa Canova, Cala Mesquida or Cala Varques are some of the most popular.

Lanzarote

Lanzarote can be considered an island that has it all. It brings together spectacular beaches, a mild climate, beautiful towns, a national park and a very unique volcanic rock landscape. More and more independent travelers come to Lanzarote to enjoy nature in its purest form.

As for example in the Timanfaya National Park, in the municipality of Yaiza. Its origin dates back to the volcanic eruptions that devastated the island between 1730 and 1736 and that changed the landscape, turning it into an almost lunar territory. The entrance to the Timanfaya National Park costs nine euros and includes a bus itinerary lasting almost an hour with a narration that explains the volcanic landscapes.

Furthermore, the Easter can be a good occasion to get to know the recently inaugurated Submarine Museum of Lanzarote, which contains the work of British artist Jason deCaires Taylor. This museum is located on the southwest coast of the island, in a space near Las Coloradas in the municipality of Yaiza, which meets the best conditions for its installation as it is sheltered from the large marine currents that affect the north coast of Lanzarote. .

It is not only a recreational and cultural activity but also a solidarity one because whoever visits the Submarine Museum of Lanzarote will collaborate with research and dissemination of the richness of the species and the seabed of Lanzarote since 2% of the income generated by the museum will go to this initiative.

Cordova

The Andalusian city boasts churches, palaces, art, culture and good gastronomy. The great icon of Cordoba is its Cathedral-Mosque, whose beauty manages to surprise tourists whenever they visit. And it is that as much as the history books have tried to describe the greatness of the Caliphate of Córdoba, the visitor is not aware of it until he visits the Medina Azahara. The most attractive area is the political-religious area, where jewels such as the Great Portico, the Pool House, the House of Jafar or the hall of Abd al-Rahman III, the last remnant of his palace, stand out in the open.

Another of the most important monuments of Córdoba is the Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos, an ancient fortress of Muslim origin but rehabilitated by King Alfonso X. It was declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1931 and is part of the historic center of the city, which in 1994 was also declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco.

The center of Córdoba is a labyrinth of narrow streets and white houses that lead the tourist to a world of colorful flowerpots, cobbled floors and Andalusian taverns where enjoy a good appetizer based on salmorejo, sausages from the sierra or the classic flamenquines.

Valencia

Valencia represents the perfect getaway at Easter. It is a welcoming city full of monumental, gastronomic and cultural attractions to have a great time. With a gothic heart and open to the Mediterranean, its essence is breathed in every corner of its historic center.

The best way to get to know Valencia is by walking. Thus the traveler has the opportunity to know all the contrasts between modernity and tradition present in the city. During your stay in the town, you must visit the Central Market, the Torre del Miguelete, the Lonja, the Cathedral of Valencia or the City of Arts and Sciences.

It is also advisable to visit the Jardines de Monforte, an unknown space even for some Valencians, where on a sunny day it is a real joy to sit on one of its benches, watch people pass by or read a book quietly.

Grenada

Granada can boast of offering its visitors both coast and mountains. These natural attractions, together with the great cultural wealth of the area, make the region a unique place for tourism. The beaches of Motril. Albuñol or Almuñécar coexist with Sierra Nevada, where ski lovers can enjoy some of the best slopes in Spain.

However, Granada is famous for its historical-cultural heritage. Especially for the Alhambra, a jewel of universal heritage that was built between the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries, being one of the outstanding places of the Nasrid kingdom. Today, the Alhambra has become a highly relevant tourist attraction. So much so that it was even proposed to be part of the new list of the Seven Wonders of the World.

But Granada has more charms apart from this fortress. For example, Granada Cathedral can boast of being the first Renaissance church in Spain. In its Royal Chapel rest the bodies of the Catholic Monarchs, his daughter Juana and his son-in-law Felipe el Hermoso.

Also very popular are the public baths of El Bañuelo, of Arab origin, one of the most complete that is preserved in Spain. It was built in the 1918th century and was declared a National Monument in XNUMX. Since then it has been restored on multiple occasions to keep it in good condition.

Lastly, The Corral del Carbón is a unique enclave of must-see in Granada. Built during the Nasrid reign, this place was used as an inn or as a warehouse for products. It is the only building of this kind that is fully preserved in our country, so it is worth visiting.