The port city of Valencia lies on Spain?s southeastern coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. It?s known for its City of Arts and Sciences, with futuristic structures including a planetarium, an oceanarium and an interactive museum. Valencia also has several beaches, including some within nearby Albufera Park, a wetlands reserve with a lake and walking trails.

Spain, a country on Europe?s Iberian Peninsula, includes 17 autonomous regions with diverse geography and cultures. Capital city Madrid is home to the Royal Palace and Prado museum, housing works by European masters. Segovia has a medieval castle (the Alcázar) and an intact Roman aqueduct. Catalonia?s capital, Barcelona, is defined by Antoni Gaudí?s whimsical modernist landmarks like the Sagrada Família church.

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