I was between Spain and Greece for my first ever solo trip. I ended up picking Spain because I took Spanish for 6 years (from 7th to 12th grade), and I really enjoyed learning about the culture, the language, the literature, and the way of life!
I spent 12 days there, between Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona, with day trips to Toleso, Granada, and Tossa De Mar! So much fun!
I am so glad i picked Spain, as this has been a destination of mine for years! Here are some highlights of my trip!
Some photos I wanted to add couldn't fit because they were too big!
For anyone wondering, these were all taken using the Samsung S25 Ultra (no filters or color alterations done).
Photos:
Estanque Grande del Retiro - One of mmy favorites, such a stunning architecture. Weather was beautiful and great for a stroll in the park! m
Banquet Hall at Palacio Real de Madrid (not in use) - Legit thought this was a fake picture after taking it. Came out so nice and surreal and artsy! The whole palace was ornate and wonderfully decorated and constructed. IMHO it's better than Versailles.
Toledo Cathedral - Another beautiful building, this image is of the main mass hall, I believe. So many little chapels, each with their own story behind them.
Plaza De España - The sunset and gokden hour was absolutely the best time to visit. Nice and warm, not too hot, and the history was amazing! So big and gorgeous!
Seville Cathedral at night - My hotel was right down the street from the cathedral. So gorgeous, even prettier when lit up at night.
Chapel at Seville Cathedral - Another stunning piece of architecture. Absolutely gorgeous. All the chapels inside were so nice!
Flamenco Show - Got to see a flamenco show at an intimate place in Seville, stunning and amazing performance and work of art!
Setas De Sevilla - This was after Real Alcazar de Seville - I really wanted to go to Las Setas, but it was a bit late to buy tix, and I ended up at this place where this performer sang songs, and it was so cool! We all vibed to La Macarena and Bella Ciao!
La Alhambra - Another stunning building in Granada. The moorish culture in this city is prominent, and it is absolutely amazing! So much ornate construction and technical detail!
Alhambra Gardens - The gardens were so incredible and fun to be around! So peaceful, colorful, and warm! I wish I spent more time there, but I had to catch my bus back to Seville💔
Setas at night - This was my last night in Seville. Got beautiful views at night, and the colors were amazing! The cathedral lit up in the background is icing on the cake!
Interior of Sagrada Familia - Might be the most beautiful building I have ever been inside. Unreal work from Gaudí, insane stained glass, and the ambiance is so peaceful! So historic too!
Was on Montjuïc Hill, walking down, and caught a glimpse of the city when the skies were doused in a serene pink!
This was near the Maremagnum Mall. Got this insane night shot of the harbor, this was my last night in Spain. So vibey, vibrant, lively, and fun!