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Gaudi in Cantabria | Why Architecture Fans Must Visit El Capricho

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Cantabria in Spain is world-famous for its Paleolithic cave art, magnificent beaches and gastronomy but not many people know it’s a key place too in the colourful history of Catalan architect, Antoni Gaudi. At Totally Spain, we’re just back from a visit to Gaudi’s Capricho in Comillas, Cantabria and if you are a fan of design, architecture and photography, here are 8 reasons why you really should visit Comillas and Cantabria too…

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Totally Spain’s Guide to Architectural Touring in Spain

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Ever wanted to see Gaudi’s crazy cathedral that has been 130 years+ in the making? Or maybe Gehry’s giant titanium de-construction in the shape of an old ship is more your style. And what about Calatrava’s neo-futurist designs that defy words? Whether you’re after Modernist, modern or Moorish, Spain is a joy to visit for any fan or practitioner of architecture. We’ve been planning architectural tours of Spain since we set up Totally Spain back in 2000 and want to share our tips with you for the perfect architecture tour of Spain.

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Totally Spain’s Guide to the Top Museums in Cantabria

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We’re lucky to be based in Cantabria which is home to some amazing museums. When we leave the Totally Spain office (we’re a Cantabria-based travel agent and specialist in custom travel to Spain & Portugal since 2000), there’s nothing we enjoy more in our free time than visiting these top museums in Cantabria with our family and friends.  For visitors, you’re spoilt for choice.  Here’s our rundown of our favourite Top Museums in Cantabria.

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