The most iconic landmarks in Spain that no longer exist:

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1. Leaning Tower of Zaragoza 2. Palacio de Indo (Madrid)

A look into the most romantic locations in Spain —

Recommended by those with with firsthand experience.

The charming, the hidden, and the deeply underrated:

(a 🧵) 1. Plaza Mayor in Chinchón

Where one follower mentioned he was married!

In honor of the National Day of Spain —

A reflection on my gratitude for the greatest country on Earth:

¡Viva España! 🇪🇸

(a 🧵) 1. I’m thankful for Spain’s People

For three years, I taught English at a primary school in the Legazpi neighborhood of Madrid.

As a result, I got to know many families very well.

They are without a doubt the most kind, hospitable, and genuine people I’ve ever met.

Today, Spain celebrates the Valencian Community.

One of the most enchanting regions on the entire Mediterranean.

It’s hard to do a place like this justice, but here’s my best shot:

(a 🧵) Starting with —

1. The Paella

One of the most iconic dishes in Spain —

Best eaten on the beach and enjoyed with white wine.

A look into the most fascinating cultural differences I’ve experience in Spain —

In my 7 years here as an American.

The simple, the beautiful, and the extraordinary:

(a 🧵) 1. The Walking Culture

Even in Spain’s bigger cities, walking is not only possible, but feasible and enjoyable.

In Los Angeles, we drive everywhere.

20 of my favorite insights on Spanish cities —

From researching Spain every day for two years:

(a 🧵) 1. Sevilla

Has more orange trees than any city on Earth —

With a total of 40,000 sprawling throughout.

Today marks 6 years since Anthony Bourdain’s final episode in Spain.

The culmination of a journey that inspires me to this day.

Here are my 20 favorite insights — on life, food, and the country we love — from every episode he filmed in Spain:

(a 🧵) 1. On the Irresistible Allure of Spain — and Granada

“Any reasonable sentient person who looks at Spain, comes to Spain, eats in Spain, drinks in Spain — they’re going to fall in love. Otherwise, there’s something deeply wrong with you. This is the dream of all the world. The dream is to live in Granada. Work in the morning, have a one-hour nap in the afternoon, and go out at night. Go out and see your friends, eat tapas, drink red wine, and be in a beautiful place.” - Anthony Bourdain

(Parts Unknown: Season 2, Episode 2: Spain)

Yesterday, Spain celebrated the region of Extremadura —

One of the most fascinating, unknown pockets of the country.

A look into 20 thing tat make it so special —

(a 🧵) 1. The People

One follower of mine remarked on the wonderful character of the Extremadurans —

That they are friendly, hospitable, and among the most noble people in Spain.

Today, Spain celebrates the region of Asturias —

The best-kept secret in all the country.

It’s hard to do a place like this justice, but here’s my best shot:

(a 🧵) Starting with —

1. The People

One follower remarked on the wonderful character of the Asturian people — and how honest, gracious, and helpful they are.

Another called them the best-hearted people on Earth.

Barcelona isn’t just the most-visited city in Spain by foreigners —

But UNESCO’s World Capital of Architecture for 2026.

Here are the 20 most dazzling sites that earned it this title:

(a 🧵) 1. Sagrada Familia

An incomplete look into the natural beauty of Cantabria —

One of the world's best regions to spend your summer:

(a 🧵) 1. Cow Grazing in Rural Cantabria

The Romans controlled the Iberian Peninsula for 600 years —

Leaving hundreds of sites to visit today.

Here are 20 to discover in Spain — those famous, impossible, and hidden-away:

(a 🧵) 1. Aqueduct of Segovia

One of the best-preserved works of Roman engineering in the world.

A case for why Spain is the greatest country on Earth:

(a 🧵) 1. The Quality of Life

What better measure than how long people live?

Spain ranks 11th worldwide, with a life expectancy of 83.67 years between the sexes.

My best friend once said —

“My favorite thing to do in Spain is look up.”

Here are 20 ceilings around the country to make you feel the same:

(a 🧵) 1. Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba

The world’s third-largest mosque.

A look into how Spain compares to the United States of America —

The good, the bad, and the ugly:

(a 🧵) 1. Life Expectancy

Spain — 11th worldwide, 83.67 years

USA — 56th worldwide, 78.38 years

(United Nations, 2023)

Spain has the 4th highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites —

But more World Heritage Cities than any country on Earth.

Here’s the list of 18 — the dazzling, iconic, and slightly unexpected:

(a 🧵) 1. Córdoba, Andalusia

With more UNESCO World Heritage Sites (4) than any city on Earth.

When done well, Spanish cuisine is the best on the planet.

But in my country, it is remarkably overlooked.

Here are the foods items from every region that make Spain the culinary capital of the world:

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1. Andalusia

Foods
- Salmorejo
- Gazpacho
- Rabo de Toro
- Pescaíto Frito
- Berenjenas Fritas con Miel
- Carrilleras de Ternera
- Carrilleras de Cerdo
- Flamenquín
- Gambas al Ajillo (Gambas al Pil-Pil)
- Pringá
- Cazón en Adobo (Bienmesabe)
- Huevos a la Flamenca
- Ajoblanco
- Tortillitas de Camarones
- Ensaladilla Rusa
- Pipirrana
- Patatas a lo Pobre
- Pinchos Morunos
- Espeto de Sardinas
- Boquerones Fritos
- Alboronía
- Migas
- Pollo al Ajillo
- Espinacas con Garbanzos
- Solomillo al Whisky
- Calamares a la Andaluza
- Pavías de Bacalao
- Serranito
- Puchero Andaluz
- Caracoles a la Andaluza
- Papas Aliñás
- Salpicón de Marisco
- Chocos Fritos
- Gazpachuelo
- Albóndigas de Choco
- Ochíos de Pimentón con Morcilla
- Porra Antequerana
- Remojón
- Atún Encebollado
- Patatas en Ajopollo
- Gachas
- Potaje de Hinojos
- Mazamorra
- Plato de Los Montes
- Gazpachuelo
- Emblanco

Desserts & Sweets
- Tocino de Cielo
- Polvorones
- Piononos
- Pestiños
- Roscos Fritos
- Mantecados de Estepa
- Borrachuelos
- Alfajores de Almendra
- Soplillos
- Yemas del Tajo
- Virolos
- Maritoñis
- Mantecados de Antequera
- Leche Frita
- Tortas Locas
- Polvorón y Alfajor de Pistacho
- Arroz con Leche

Designation of Origin Food Products
- Aceite de Antequera (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Baena (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Estepa (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Lucena (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Montes de Granada (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Montoro-Adamuz (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Poniente de Granada (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Priego de Córdoba (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Sierra de Cádiz (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Sierra de Cazorla (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Sierra de Segura (Olive Oil)
- Aceite de Sierra Mágina (Olive Oil)
- Aceituna Aloreña de Málaga (Olive)
- Chirimoya de la Costa Tropical de Granada-Málaga (Custard Apple)
- Jamón Ibérico de Guijuelo (Iberian Ham, Multi-Regional)
- Jamón Ibérico de Jabugo (Iberian Ham)
- Jamón Ibérico de Los Pedroches (Iberian Ham)
- Miel de Granada (Honey)
- Pasas de Málaga (Raisins)
- Vinagre de Jerez (Sherry Vinegar)
- Vinagre de Montilla-Moriles (Wine Vinegar)
- Vinagre del Condado de Huelva (Wine Vinegar)

Protected Geographical Indication Food Products
- Aceite de Jaén (Olive Oil)
- Alfajor de Medina Sidonia (Cigar-Shaped Pastry)
- Caballa de Andalucía (Mackerel)
- Cordero Segureño (Lamb, Multi-Regional)
- Espárrago de Huétor-Tájar (Green Asparagus)
- Garbanzo de Escacena (Chickpea)
- Jamón Serrano de Serón (Serrano Ham)
- Jamón Serrano de Trevélez (Serrano Ham)
- Mantecados de Estepa (Shortbread Cakes)
- Melva de Andalucía (Frigate Mackerel)
- Mojama de Barbate (Cured and Dried Tuna Fish Loin)
- Mojama de Isla Cristina (Cured and Dried Tuna Fish Loin)
- Mollete de Antequera (Soft and Round Bread Roll)
- Pan de Alfacar (Bread)
- Polvorones de Estepa (Shortbread Cookies)
- Tomate La Cañada (Tomato)

For those of you who have never seen it.

And those who wish to see it again.

A thread comprised only of photos.

To capture the quiet details of Spain’s most breathtaking palace —

The Alhambra✨🧵 1/20

A look into why Spain has the highest life expectancy in Europe —

Straight from the Spanish themselves.

Their serious, insightful, and hilarious answers:

(a 🧵) 1. The Walking Culture

Even in Spain’s bigger cities, walking is not only possible, but feasible and enjoyable.

It's no surprise the average adult in Spain takes 9,530 steps per day — more than twice the number of American adults at 4,000.

The snowy side of Spain —

To cool you down in the middle of August:

(a 🧵) 1. Cibeles Fountain and City Hall in Madrid

A case for what makes a city great —

From the city that everyone loves:

(a 🧵) 1. Beauty of divine standard makes a truly great city…

With the Sevilla Cathedral —

The largest gothic cathedral on Earth.

Home to the tomb of Christopher Columbus.