This trip includes several days in Barcelona, some time in Alcala de Henares, and a day-trip to Toledo. Surely too short, but one must take what's available.
Statue of Don Quixote and Sancho
45 minutes east of Madrid, Alcala de Henares is the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes and Holy Roman Emperor Ferndinand I. Its days as a university town go back over 700 years. And, it's also the stork capitol of Spain.
A quick train-ride from Madrid, Toledo is compact and filled with religious buildings and museums. The Alcazar gets negative reviews for being so big, but it's worthwhile for those interested in military history.
Too many good things to say about Barcelona here. One tip: the Metro is very efficient and clean.
A central figure in the Barcelona Modernista movement, Gaudi's influence is seen across Barcelona. His life was cut short (ironically, given the above comment on Barcelona) when he was hit by a tram.
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