Ideally situated in the northern part of Spain, Palencia is a region that is surrounded by the provinces of Valladolid, Leon, Burgos, and Cantabria. Rich in history and Gothic architecture, this region is visited by a hefty crowd throughout the year.

The old monuments, museums, and various other historic sites are some of the treasures that allure vacationers from various corners of the world. The capital city of Palencia is the hub of all tourist activities. You can check out the various holiday rentals Palencia Spain packages that come within a variety of budget and style.

Set in a 16th century Renaissance style building known as Casa del Cordon house, the Palencia Museum has items dating back to the prehistoric times till the Middle Ages. Also, it is the storehouse of several valuable Roman ruins. Other worth visiting museums are the Diocesan Art Museum, Villa de la Olmeda Monographic Museum, and Diocesan Art Museum. You will be astonished to see the unique construction of the grand Palencia Cathedral. It is popularly referred to as 'the unknown beauty'. This building has a blend of Renaissance, Gothic, Plateresque, and Isabelline architecture. All these numerous tourist attractions are located in proximity to the Palencia apartments.

While dining at one of the many local restaurants, you can order for a platter of pichon estofado (stewed pigeon) or lechazo asado (roast lamb). Also, popular are the pork dishes. When you think about a vacation in this region, book one of the holiday villas Palencia in the month of February as it is the time of carnivals that are celebrated with various music and dance performances, fairs, and competitions. The region’s shopping centers sell some of the best regional handicrafts and souvenirs. So shoppers can have a really delightful time hopping from shop to shop.