Once July and August are over, we find that the holidays are over and the tedious post-vacation depression associated with returning to the routine arrives after a few days of fun, partying and debauchery. However, there is a trick to end that feeling of emptiness that summer leaves: continue traveling in September.
This time with another attitude, another suitcase and another destination, but reserving our leisure time to travel is still the best way to get the most out of life. If you are already thinking about what will be the next place you want to discover, below we propose several destinations where to travel in September.
Ávila
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Located just an hour and a half from Madrid, this Castilian-Leon city has one of the best-preserved medieval walls in Europe. It also has what is considered the first Gothic cathedral in Spain but it has other monuments of a religious nature since during the XNUMXth century, the famous Santa Teresa de Jesús made it a very important mystical destination in the country.
Some of the most outstanding are the basilica of San Vicente, the church of San Pedro, the monastery of San Francisco, the hermitage of Humilladero or the convent and museum of Santa Teresa.
At the turn of the summer, from September 1 to 3, Ávila recovers its medieval past. The city dresses up to commemorate the times of maidens and knights with theaters, exhibitions, costume contests, medieval markets, minstrels, haimas and much more.
Santorini
September is a quiet month to travel to Santorini, even though it is the most popular and photogenic Greek island in the world. The images of the white of the facades of its churches and whitewashed houses dotted by the electric blue of its domes run like wildfire through thousands and thousands of profiles on social networks.
Its beauty and mild climate will allow you to enjoy its beaches and sunsets from Oia. Tradition indicates that those who visit Santorini have to go to Fira, its capital that stands on a cliff, and from which a volcano can be contemplated in the middle of the sea. In addition to its landscapes, you cannot miss the opportunity to visit the ruins of Akrotiri, an archaeological site of 20 hectares that dates back to Minoan times. and in which vestiges have been found that would show that Santorini was one of the most important urban centers in the Mediterranean.
Barcelona
At the end of September, a festival is held in Barcelona in honor of the Mare de Deu de la Mercè, the patron saint of the city., to say goodbye to summer and welcome autumn since 1902, which is when it was held for the first time.
A great excuse to visit Barcelona from September 22 to 25 as its streets are filled with concerts, castellers, correfocs, parades ... It is also an opportunity to learn about the most typical Catalan traditions as well as visit the emblematic places of Barcelona that have made it world famous, such as the Sagrada Familia, the Ramblas, the Casa Milà, the Park Güell, the Gothic Quarter, the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia or the Boquería Market.
Krakow
Capital of the kingdom of Poland until the end of the XNUMXth century, Krakow is a beautiful and imposing city considered by many to be 'the new Prague'. Its historic center was declared a World Heritage Site in 1978 and is divided into three different areas: the medieval core of Kazimierz, Wawel Hill, and the medieval city of Krakow. Formerly the historic center of Krakow was protected by a wall but today instead of walls that guard the old area, it is surrounded by a strip of green spaces.
On the other hand, its university is one of the oldest in Europe and is considered an important space for the development of culture and art.
There are many reasons why it is worth visiting Krakow, but when it comes to knowing where to travel in September, it is worth bearing in mind that a dachshund parade is held there around the 10th. which he organized for the first time in 1973 as a tribute to these funny animals. Since 1994, dogs have been disguised, making this party even more charming and unique. If you travel with young children, they will love the plan!
Tenerife
It is one of the most loved destinations by the Spanish because on this island it is impossible to get bored. Not only does it have sun and beach for those who need another vacation lying in hammocks and with a glass of sangria next to it, but it also offers a multitude of activities to do for travelers who want to focus differently on these days of rest in September.
For example, the more adventurous can put on their boots to go to see Teide, the highest peak in Spain at 3.718 meters high. You can also take advantage of it to get to know a micro marine reserve in Puertito de Adeje where seahorses, green turtles and harlequin crabs live., among other species, with total freedom. A good opportunity to snorkel and see live, and among them, the animals.