Visiting Sepulveda
A holiday in Spain
What can be more relaxing than a well-deserved holiday after a long, stressful year spent in a crowded city? When summer comes, everyone rushes from one travel agency to another in a desperate search for the perfect holiday destination.
If you are among those who are confused about your destination, here is a recommendation: go to Spain! Spain is not only one of the most interesting and beautiful countries on the European continent, but one of the most interesting and beautiful countries in the world.
The millions of people who choose it as the destination for their holiday are extremely well pleased and most of them say that they will definitely visit again. Why is that? Spain is a land of contrasts, the type of contrasts that appeal to the tastes of any type of tourist.
When you travel to Spain, it is impossible not to find something to attract your interest. It has picturesque landscapes: high mountains covered with snow all year long, stretches of beach with shallow, clear blue waters, modern cities and charming traditional villages.
How can you visit it and not fall in love with it? A large percentage of those who visit the country choose Madrid as their destination. Not only is Madrid the capital of the country and one of its most lively cities, but it is also very well situated, in the center of a group of other small cities, each with its characteristic features and each of great importance to Spain.
A trip to Sepulveda
Sepulveda is one of the cities that form the amazing group that surrounds Madrid. Lots of tourists choose a day trip to Sepulveda after they finish their sightseeing in Madrid because it is a pleasant escape from the hustle and the bustle of the capital.
You can easily get to Sepulveda by taking a bus from the Mendez Alvaro station. When you get there, be sure you visit the El Salvador Church which displays an exquisite Romanesque style dating back to the 11th century.
Sepulveda is also famous for its Fernan Gonzales fortress, one of the most imposing buildings in the city. If you love nature, visit the nearby Rio Duraton, one of the most beautiful nature reserves in Spain. You will have the chance to take a nice breath of fresh air and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Have fun!