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In the southern part of Spain, the coast of the Mediterranean sea is known as Costa del Sol. It is a famous and popular destination for tourists to visit. Early in the 1900s, the area consisted of small fishing villages, but that has changed very radically, due to the increase in the popularity of this area as one that now attracts over 2 million tourists each year. Torremolinos, Benalmadena, Fuengirola, Mijas Costa, Marbella, Puerto Banus, Estepona, Sotogrande,  and Gibraltar are perhaps the best known resorts in this area.

Costa del Sol attracts more than 2 million tourists annually

Transportation
Malaga International Airport is the main center for transportation from which one can continue by other means such as bus, train or taxi to the specific destination that one wants to reach. One may also want to consider renting a car in order to have more freedom with getting one’s trasportation needs met.

What to Do in Costa del Sol
The beaches of Costa del Sol are famous, and they provide a good setting for spending some refreshing time in the vicinity of the beautiful Mediterranean sea. Other popular activities include scuba diving, playing golf in one of the many tens of golf courses that are on the area, taking a bike tour, riding a horse, sightseeing, dolphin safaris, and more.

Barcelona is a safe city to travel and it is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. There are some great places to see in an around Barcelona. Sitges is an attractive township situated in the south of Barcelona. This place is known for its carnival and its wonderful weather.

Sitges beach

60km north west of Barcelona lies a mountain range called Montserrat. It is also a religious center. Cadaques is a beautiful township on the Costa Brava. It is located in a natural harbor in the Cap de Creus peninsula. 100km south of Barcelona is located the town of Tarragona. There are some best preserved Roman ruins in Tarragona.

Figueres is a small town in the north of Barcelona. This town houses the Dali Museum that is known for its collection of surrealist master pieces. You need at least five days to see Barcelona and these places nearby. You may rent a car or use the train services.

Dali Museum wall in Figueres

Among all the places of interest to tourists in Spain a special mention should be made about Alcazar Seville. Thousands from across the world visit the Alcazar Seville every year. It is a royal palace in the city of Seville. It was a Moorish fort in the pre-historic era. Later the fort was gradually increased in size. One can see the Moorish architecture reflected in the palace.

The gardens of Alcázar Seville

Many tourists have rated this palace as one of the most beautiful palaces in the world. The construction was started way back in 1364. Alcazar Seville is divided into various parts and sections some of which are Puerta del Leon, La Casa de Contratacion and Patio de la Monteria. It is said that tourists never miss a trip to Alcazar Seville when they make a visit to the country of Spain.