Queen Urraca of León-Castile was one of the most powerful and controversial figures in medieval Spain. The daughter of King Alfonso VI, she reigned during a time marked by political conflict, civil ...

“Semana Santa,” or Holy Week, is the most important religious period in Spain. León’s celebrations are particularly spectacular, marked by 10 days of music, sermons and about 30 processions ...

In 1236, Córdoba - the once-glorious capital of Muslim Spain - fell to the forces of King Fernando III of León-Castile. This documentary examines how Fernando emerged from dynastic infighting to lead ...

Video People in a Spanish Town Believe This Is the Holy Grail Just don’t touch it. By Jim Festante April 01, 20143:01 PM ...

Spain has long since had its own contest culture, from events at La Kantera in the Basque Country to Vigo’s long-running O Marisquino festival.

Spain’s far-right Vox party is poised to enter the regional government of Castilla y León after winning its best-ever regional election result on 13 February. The ruling right-wing People’s ...

Ask for a room overlooking the square. Alternatively, the Parador San Marcos (00351 258 820150; www.paradores-spain.com; doubles from £168), a former nunnery and one of Spain’s loveliest paradors.