Albarracin, Spain

There is an amazing place in Spain where, as nowhere else, you can feel the true spirit of the country. That’s the ancient town of Albarracin. It gained its current name in the 9th century. Stone paved streets, buildings with a long history and unique 18-kilometer aqueduct that was built in the era of the Roman Empire remind about its saturated past. This town is ideal for hiking. It features enchanting natural surroundings embracing numerous beautiful rivers and spacious meadows.

Albarracin is a real find for fans of historical sights. Here, you can see well-preserved ramparts, as well as churches and homes of local residents, which were built as far back as the early Middle Ages. The town is home to slightly more than 1 000 people. The place is famous for its very measured and calm way of life. Here, you won’t find crowds on the quiet old streets. However, you can admire ivy-covered buildings, old lanterns, and lots of stairs that have been used hundreds of years ago.

Despite the fact, that the town is quite small, there are several hotels in majestic old villas. They attract with unique historical charm. The mandatory part of the holiday in the ancient Spanish city is visiting tapas bars, where you can taste the real local food. The most popular bars are situated near the Plaza Mayor. The best restaurant serving Spanish cuisine can be found at the hotel Casa de Santiago. Next - Mont Saint-Michel