Destination: SPAIN
Introduction ''MEN have no idea of time in any country that is or has been connected with Spain.'' From The West Indies and the Spanish Main by English novelist Anthony Trollope Exploring the enchanting streets of the Barrio de Santa Cruz, Seville © AA Photo Library	Introduction Spain is a country of diverse landscapes, climates, peoples and cultures, forged over the centuries into a political unity. Physically separated from the rest of Europe by the Pyrenees mountain chain, Spain also found itself isolated internationally during General Francisco Franco's dictatorship (1939-75). Since Franco's death, however, and with the restoration of its monarchy, Spain has regained its place politically, economically and culturally within mainstream Europe. But despite the rate of progress, many aspects of life remain untouched, and Spain still retains much of its traditional character.	COUNTRY Introduction Things To Know Survival Guide TimeLine Essential Info REGION CITIES Madrid Barcelona Santiago Seville MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK