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Bilbao -- Turism

Nowadays, Bilbao is famous for its great Guggenheim Museum. However, both its birth and the development of the city are closely related to geography, especially the nearby mountains and estuary.

Bilbao has been populated from time immemorial. There are not many remains to see, but the ones that do exist are very interesting. During the Middle Ages, Bilbao became an important place from a historical point of view. At that time there was an economic boom. Bilbao was closely linked to the sea, as well as to industrial and commercial activities. In 1300, Diego López de Haro, Lord of Biscay, gave it the Fourth Town Charter, which gave it jurisdiction over the Bilbao estuary. The nearby pilgrimage road to Santiago de Compostela turned Bilbao into a meeting place for pilgrims who reached the peninsula by sea. Another thing that marked the history of Bilbao were the iron mines, which led an important industrial development. With the growth of industrial activity in the 19th century, the city experienced considerable growth. Towards the end of the 20th century, Bilbao became a modern city, with new infrastructures.

Bilbao's 700 years of history are present in buildings and constructions that will pleasantly surprise visitors. The historic quarter is listed as a Conservation Area and forms the best point of reference for understanding the city's history. It is an example of urban regeneration, with more than 400 shops of all kinds. The city centre is a showcase for the best of 20th century architecture, with buildings that have housed the most important firms and institutions of Bilbao for over a century. This impressive collection of buildings has been created by the best local architects of each period.

Hotels

Eurostars Cristal Palace
Diputació 257
08007 Barcelona
     



With a thorough refurbishing completed in the year 2000, the Cristal Palace Hotel has established itself at the head of the four-star hotels in Barcelona. Guests are treated to the highest standards of quality, comfort, and service, and will also appreciate the hotel's wonderful location..

Auditórium Madrid Sercotel
Av. de Aragón, 400
28022 Madrid

     



Plus de photosThe new Conference Center at the Hotel Auditorium Madrid is the innovative response to the requirements of a city such Madrid with regard to quality facilities for the holding of conferences and conventions at the highest level. Situated in one of Madrid's major business areas, close to the Juan Carlos I Exhibition Site and the airport, the complex was inaugurated in july 2003, being one of the largest accomodation Meeting Center in Europe. Modern, versatile, functional and unique, the new Convention Center is a revolutionary approach to this activity in Madrid, matching effectiveness with comfort to provide a unique facility: a state-of-the-art convention site in our capital city, equipped with all the services of a great hotel.
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Hotel Bel Art
Lepanto 406
08025 Barcelona
     



Hotel Bel Art is a new 4 star hotel situated with easy access to the centre of Barcelona and just a few metres from the " Sant Pau" hospital and the famous "Sagrada Familia" made by Gaudi. The famous "Plaza de Catalunya" is only 3 stops by metro. the hotel offers a wide range of extra facilities, including a sports center which is just 50m away from the hotel..

Golf courses

Antequera Golf
Urbanización Antequera Golf, s/n
29200 Antequera (Málaga)
Tel. +34 661227989 / Fax: +34 952845232

holes: 72
par: 18


The course is at some 650 metres above sea level, and is surrounded by the spectacular Torcal Mountains. The fairways are bordered by 200+ year old olive groves. .


Monte Paraiso Golf
Camino de Camoján, s/n
29600 Marbella (Málaga)
Tel. +34 952765008 / Fax: +34 952826976

holes: 9
par: 3

This course is located just a few minutes from the centre of Marbella and has magnificent views of the Mediterranean Sea. The course is suitable for both expert players and beginners.
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