Monuments and historical heritage
In Spain there are more than 17,000 monuments, archaeological sites, gardens, and historical complexes that have been declared Properties of Cultural Interest (BIC). It has extraordinary and incredibly valuable heritage that stands out for its richness and diversity, and which preserves numerous representative examples of the different civilisations, cultures and historical periods that unfolded on Spanish soil: From the Iberians and Celts to the Romans and Arabs, as well as the Phoenicians, Greeks, Visigoths, and more. We can also find unique art styles, such as Asturian Pre-Romanesque, Mudéjar architecture and Al-Andalus art. So it’s no surprise that Spain is the country with the fourth largest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites in the world. From the cave paintings of the Altamira Cave and the discoveries of Atapuerca to the Aqueduct of Segovia, the Alhambra of Granada and the Mosque of Cordoba, not to mention the cathedrals of Seville, the Burgos and the Sagrada Familia of Barcelona, to name just a few examples – Spain is an essential cultural trip. The 15 World Heritage Cities of Spain also deserve a special mention; you can't go wrong with a visit to these cultural gems.