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Viva La Espana: 50 new Street View sights in Spain
December 5, 2014
The Iberian Peninsula has a rich and varied artistic, architectural and cultural legacy. Roman remains, Al-Andalus, Gothic splendor and 19th century Catalan modernism are just a few examples of what you might see travelling around Spain’s cities and countryside. And starting today, people all over the world will be able to explore 50 new iconic locations in Spain with Street View on Google Maps.
Peruse architectural details of the
Alhambra and Generalife
, walk around the
Tower of Hercules
(a Roman Empire-era lighthouse), and gaze up at the vast arched ceiling of the crypt at the
Church of Sagrada Familia
.
The Courtyard of the Lions at the Alhambra
Inside of the Church of the Sagrada Familia
In addition to these famed sights, you can also discover lesser-known treasures. Visit the desertlike world of the
Bardenas Reales
natural park in southeast Navarre, Neoclassic architecture at the
Congress of Deputies
and colorful stained-glass windows in the
Cathedral of León
. Or make a trip to the
small medieval town of Albarracín
, a walled lordship that has stood for centuries.
Casteldetierra, Bardenas Reales natural park
Inside the Congress of Deputies
This 360-degree imagery was collected by our
Trekker
, a backpack equipped with Street View technology that allows the wearer to capture imagery while walking. To capture details of the fine art and architecture inside these magnificent sites, we enlisted the help of the
Trolley
. And for more sprawling locations, the trusty
Trike
captured imagery while its rider pedaled.
If this collection piques your interest to see these locations in person, you’re in good company. In fact, according to the
survey on the Impact of Online Content on European Tourism
, more than half of EU travelers consult Internet sites and social media in order to get information about trips. But even if you’re not planning
un vacación
anytime soon, the wonders of Spain are now just a click away.
Published by Amita Khattri, Street View Program Manager
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