Commissioned by Spain’s King Phillip II in the 16th century, the vast monastery and palace of San Lorenzo de El Escorial was inspired by the ancient Temple of Solomon. Photograph by Matthieu ...

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The Community of Madrid is not only home to the Spanish capital but also boasts charming towns rich in history, traditions ...

With its good looks and epic festivals, Edinburgh gets most of the love – but Scotland has alternatives if you’ve already ...

which claims to be the world’s second-largest granite building (after Spain’s El Escorial palace). At the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, you’ll discover how the North Sea has been the city’s ...

Diogo Jota's early goal was enough to give Liverpool a tight 1-0 victory at Crystal Palace on Saturday and ensure the Reds go into the international break top of the Premier League. Everton earned ...

The journey time is 50 minutes. How to do it: Stay at the Exe Victoria Palace (doubles from £65 per night; 00 34 9189 67066; ...

Press the question mark key to get the keyboard shortcuts for changing dates. Travelers say El Palace hotel in Barcelona lives up to its name in more ways than one. For starters, the hotel ...

In an old stone building on an attractive central boulevard near Placa de Catalunya, this updated traditional hotel has been successfully hosting business and leisure travelers for more than a ...