These magnificent city walls rise from the barren sun-baked Spanish plains like something straight out of a fairytale.

This magnificent castle grew from a small Moorish fortress, and reportedly inspired two iconic Disney castles.

Mysterious Spanish catacombs of unknown origins.

A breathtaking and biodiverse wilderness in the mountain setting of Ernest Hemingway's "For Whom the Bell Tolls."

This species of wild goat stars in witchy legends and frolics among the park's eerie rock formations.

A magnificent, long-abandoned castle built in the wake of the reconquest of Spain.

This underground church is topped with a 500-foot cross that is seen by many as a beacon of fascist hubris.

Over two centuries old and counting, Madrid's massive botanical garden contains one of Europe's only desert environments.

Stuck in the middle of a modern Madrid city block are the remains of a 19th century sports complex.

The oldest restaurant in the world is this old-world Spanish eatery, still known for its suckling pig.

Just like in Hollywood, Madrid has also a forgotten walk of fame.

The morbid items in this small and hidden museum are not for the weak stomached.