An ancient Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid, Spain.

A stone slab in Madrid marks the point from which the distances of Spain's national roads are measured.

For decades, Puerta del Sol has been illuminated by a giant, guitar-wielding bottle of sherry.

This sweet-toothed bear searching for snacks has been a symbol of Madrid for decades.

Known as the Casa de las Siete Chimeneas, this haunted 16th-century manor has a dark, mysterious past.

A lush indoor jungle fills this bustling Madrid transportation hub.

Commonly acknowledged as the only public monument to the Devil himself.

Madrid's romantically ornate crystal palace has been offering shelter to plants and art for over a century.

In one of the smallest countries in the world stands an original Salvador Dalí sculpture.

Gaudí's famously flamboyant architectural style is on full display in this sprawling park and garden.

The largest Art Nouveau complex in the world is a Barcelona hospital with a 600-year-long history.

Construction of Barcelona’s iconic (but controversial) church was finally completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.

This home designed for chocolate magnate Antoni Amatller is an exquisite treasure-box of Catalan Modernism.

One of Antoni Gaudí's most classic buildings is well-known for its "dragon-back" design.

Turntable anonymously received orphans, alms, and groceries.

A vista of the city and sea from atop the little-known viewing deck on an unassuming Columbus statue.

The world's largest wooden structure.

The final resting place of the great navigator, or maybe his brother.

A curious carving hides on a marble column in the Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba.

Spain's unique Mosque-Cathedral has been a place of worship for both Muslims and Christians throughout its history.

This 11th-century fortress is now the seat of Aragon’s state legislature.

This magnificent castle grew from a small Moorish fortress, and reportedly inspired two iconic Disney castles.

A controversial art piece that harkens back to local folklore.

This restored Portuguese cafe may well be the most beautiful place in the world to grab a Big Mac.