The village of Benasque, Huesca, Spain
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A cosy Spanish village
When snow blankets the steep slopes of the Pyrenees - the mountain range that forms a natural border between Spain and France - the cosy Spanish village of Benasque offers a cheerful refuge on a European winter's eve. Beautifully preserved Romanesque and Renaissance manors and churches line the narrow cobblestone streets, and it's easy to feel as though you've stepped back in time. Aside from these cultural charms, most visitors come to Benasque for outdoor adventure. Surrounded by the highest peaks of the Pyrenees, the Benasque Valley receives heavy snowfall this time of year and is a popular skiing destination. Summer attracts even more visitors to the area, when hiking, mountain biking, paragliding, and river rafting are big draws.
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