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Ancient roman ruins of an amphitheatre during day trips from Seville.

9 Unique Day Trips From Seville Not to Be Missed

Posted by By Krista 14 November 2020
Thinking of planning a day trip from Seville? I've put together a list of unique destinations that you may not have considered before.
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8 Beautiful Castles in the Province of Malaga

Posted by By Krista 7 November 2020
Thinking of visiting Malaga? It's famous for its beaches and nightlife, but there are many castles waiting to be explored too.
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Rocky beach with high cliffs in Almeria.

3 of the Best Beaches in Almeria to Enjoy

Posted by By Krista 31 October 2020
Some of the best beaches in Almeria are those that you need to hike to. Here are 3 virgin beaches you need to add to your bucket list.
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7 Unique Things to Do in Olvera in a Day

Posted by By Krista 2 October 2020
Olvera is a charming white village in Andalusia to visit, and there are a number of interesting sites you can see during a day trip.
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The Best Pull Up Suitcase Review for Travellers

Posted by By Krista 25 September 2020
Everyone who travels loves handy accessories. But what about a suitcase that turns into a wardrobe? Enter the Pull Up Suitcase.
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Zafra is one of the most beautiful Spanish towns y Zafra is one of the most beautiful Spanish towns you probably haven’t heard of 🇪🇸

It’s situated between Seville and Merida, with a history dating back to the Roman period. There aren’t too many things to do in Zafra, but there’s enough to keep you busy for at least half a day! 

Do you like to visit smaller towns when you travel? 🫶🏼
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I bet you didn’t know Spain could look like this I bet you didn’t know Spain could look like this! 😳

#Merida is located in the region of #Extremadura, and while it may be most known for its ties to the Roman Empire, it also has some unique Moorish architecture and medieval attractions to see too 🏛️

Have you been to a city like this before outside of Italy? 🇪🇸
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Merida is one of the best cities in Spain to visit Merida is one of the best cities in Spain to visit for Roman ruins, and there’s plenty of Moorish architecture to admire too 🏛️🇪🇸

But did you know that you can see 9 historical and archaeological sites for just €17?! 🎟️

You can purchase the combination ticket at any of the Consortium-run sites, and it includes ⬇️

Temple of Diana
Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre 
Roman House of the Amphitheatre
Roman Circus
Crypt of the Basilica of Santa Eulalia
Archaeological area of ​​Moreria
Alcazaba of Merida
Funerary Area of ​​the Columbariums
House of the Mithraeum
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Did you know you can visit one of the oldest Moori Did you know you can visit one of the oldest Moorish fortresses in Spain only a 2 hours drive from Seville? 😳

The Alcazaba de Merida was built in the 9th century, but inside the courtyard you can also see an archaeological site from the Roman period 🧱

Would you visit this historic landmark in Spain? 🇪🇸
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One of the most impressive and well preserved exam One of the most impressive and well preserved examples of Roman architecture in Spain is the Temple of Diana, located in Merida 🏛️

It was originally used as the main temple of the city but over time it was repurposed as a palace/home until 1972. It’s now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-see in Extremadura 🇪🇸
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