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ISBN 10: 1588433986
ISBN 13: 9781588433985
Author: Kelly Lipscomb
Adventure Guides Spain 1st Table of contents:
Part I: Northern Spain - Mountains, Coast, and Pilgrimages
Chapter 1: Galicia and Asturias - Green Spain's Wild West
- Highlights: Santiago de Compostela, Picos de Europa National Park, Costa da Morte.
- Adventure Focus: Hiking (Camino de Santiago sections, Picos de Europa trails), coastal walks, surfing (western coast), caving.
- Cultural Immersion: Celtic influences, seafood, cider houses (sidrerías).
- Towns/Cities: Santiago de Compostela, Oviedo, Gijón, Lugo.
Chapter 2: Cantabria and the Basque Country - Unique Culture and Dramatic Coastline
- Highlights: Santander, Bilbao (Guggenheim), San Sebastián, prehistoric caves (Altamira).
- Adventure Focus: Surfing (San Sebastián, Mundaka), hiking in the Basque mountains, coastal trekking, cycling.
- Cultural Immersion: Basque language (Euskera), pintxos, contemporary art.
- Towns/Cities: Bilbao, San Sebastián, Santander, Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Chapter 3: Navarra and La Rioja - Pyrenees Foothills and Wine Country
- Highlights: Pamplona (Running of the Bulls), Logroño, Rioja wine region.
- Adventure Focus: Hiking and trekking in the Pyrenees, cycling wine routes, white-water rafting (Pyrenees rivers).
- Cultural Immersion: Wine tasting, traditional festivals, Camino de Santiago routes.
- Towns/Cities: Pamplona, Logroño.
Part II: Central Spain - Imperial History and Rugged Landscapes
Chapter 4: Castile and León - Land of Castles and Cathedrals
- Highlights: Segovia, Salamanca, Burgos, León, Ávila.
- Adventure Focus: Hiking in the Sierra de Gredos, cycling through rural landscapes, exploring historical routes.
- Cultural Immersion: Roman and medieval history, traditional Castilian cuisine.
- Towns/Cities: Madrid (as a gateway, but limited "adventure" focus), Segovia, Salamanca, Toledo, Cuenca.
Chapter 5: Madrid and Surroundings - Urban Adventures and Day Trips
- Highlights: Royal Palace, Prado Museum, Retiro Park.
- Adventure Focus: Urban cycling tours, rock climbing nearby (La Pedriza), hiking in Sierra de Guadarrama.
- Cultural Immersion: Vibrant nightlife, diverse culinary scene, flamenco.
Chapter 6: Extremadura and Castile-La Mancha - Conquistadors and Quixote
- Highlights: Mérida (Roman ruins), Cáceres, Trujillo, Don Quixote windmills.
- Adventure Focus: Birdwatching (Monfragüe National Park), hiking in remote landscapes, exploring historical trails.
- Cultural Immersion: Conquistador history, traditional rural life, Manchego cheese.
Part III: Southern Spain - Sun, Sea, and Moorish Legacy
Chapter 7: Andalucía - Flamenco, Moorish Palaces, and Sunshine
- Highlights: Seville, Granada (Alhambra), Córdoba, Málaga, Ronda.
- Adventure Focus: Hiking in Sierra Nevada National Park (Mulhacén), coastal hiking, rock climbing (El Chorro), cycling, diving (Cabo de Gata).
- Cultural Immersion: Flamenco, tapas, Moorish architecture, white villages.
- Towns/Cities: Seville, Granada, Córdoba, Malaga, Ronda.
Chapter 8: Murcia and Valencia - Mediterranean Coast and Huertas
- Highlights: Valencia (City of Arts and Sciences), Cartagena, La Manga del Mar Menor.
- Adventure Focus: Coastal activities (kayaking, diving), hiking in natural parks, cycling, exploring citrus groves.
- Cultural Immersion: Paella, fallas festivals, Roman history.
- Towns/Cities: Valencia, Murcia, Cartagena.
Part IV: The Islands - Balearics and Canaries
Chapter 9: The Balearic Islands - Mediterranean Escapes
- Highlights: Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera.
- Adventure Focus: Hiking (Serra de Tramuntana in Mallorca), cycling, sea kayaking, diving, coasteering.
- Cultural Immersion: Island culture, beautiful beaches, traditional villages.
Chapter 10: The Canary Islands - Volcanic Landscapes and Year-Round Spring
- Highlights: Tenerife (Teide National Park), Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura.
- Adventure Focus: Hiking volcanoes, surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, mountain biking, diving.
- Cultural Immersion: Unique island traditions, fresh seafood, volcanic landscapes.
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