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THIS IS SPAIN
THIS IS SPAIN
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Book Introduction
#1 Spain travel bestseller for 3 consecutive years!
The absolute standard that captures all the charms of traveling in Spain in the most three-dimensional way.

★ 6 major cities + 26 smaller towns, the most travel destinations among Spanish guidebooks
★ Korea's only Spanish guidebook that includes public transportation and car rentals.
★ 13 new small towns added - Perfectly includes the outskirts of Madrid, the white villages of Andalusia, and the Road of Don Quixote.
★ Systematic organization of tourism, restaurants, and shopping in 'travel order'

★ Solid completion created by 25 years of know-how from professional travel writers x Terra
★ Spain Travel Bible that combines up-to-dateness, accuracy, and usability.

The latest edition of "This Is Spain," which vividly captures "Spain, a hot and laid-back country," has been published for 2026-2027.
The vivid reporting of a travel writer who has been persistently walking, eating, and documenting Spain, combined with the planning skills of Terra Publishing, which has been producing travel books for 25 years, has further enhanced the perfection of the "This Is" series, where photos, maps, and information are naturally connected.

The biggest change in this latest edition is the inclusion of a full-fledged 'driving trip' section in Spain.
With new information on key road trips in the Madrid suburbs, Castilla-La Mancha, and Andalusia, This Is Spain becomes the first guidebook in Korea to include both public transportation and rental cars in one volume.
We've organized the driving courses, distances, parking locations, and driving tips into an easy-to-follow route, including 13 newly added small cities, so you can use them right away during your actual trip.

Core city content has also been comprehensively upgraded.
We have updated and updated transportation, food, shopping, and reservation information for a total of 32 regions, including the six major cities of Barcelona, ​​Madrid, Granada, Seville, Malaga, and Bilbao, as well as nearby cities in Andalusia, Costa del Sol, and the Basque Country.
The latest travel laws, including mobile tickets, contactless cards, and the EU's digital entry/exit system (EES), are presented with abundant examples, making the entire process from preparation to travel easier and more enjoyable.
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〈Main book〉
● SPAIN Overview
● 22 recommended Spanish attractions that we confidently introduce
● 14 useful information and valuable travel tips travelers most frequently ask about, all in one place! FAQ 14
● Essential Spanish conversations to make your trip go smoothly
● Confidently presenting the best Spanish courses 08
● Spanish food
Menu del Dia I Tapas & Pinchos I How to Use a Tapas Bar I Paella I Churros I Gambas al Ajillo I Pan con Tomate I Beer I Wine
● Shopping in Spain
Recommended Shopping List in Spain I Shopping Tips in Spain I Fashion Brands in Spain
● You see as much as you know! Spanish Basics 05
Architecture of Spain I Art of Spain I Festivals of Spain I Bullfighting of Spain I History of Spain I Information about Spain

1.
Barcelona & Nearby Cities
● Barcelona
Ramblas & Raval District I Gothic Quarter I La Ribera District I Eschamplé & Gràcia District I Montjuïc District I Quirky District
● Montserrat
● Sitges
● Figueres
Girona

SPECIAL PAGE
A beer at the local market! Exploring the Boqueria Bar
A New Perspective on the City: Barcelona's Museum of Contemporary Art
Guided tour? See a performance? Enjoy the Palau de la Musica Catalana to the fullest!
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Magic Fountain Show
FC Barcelona, ​​the pride of Catalonia
Unique Landscapes, Montserrat Trekking Course

2.
Madrid & surrounding cities
● Madrid
Around Sol Square I Around the Prado Museum
● Toledo
Segovia
Cuenca
● Castile-La Mancha, Don Quixote Road
● Sierra de Guadarrama

SPECIAL PAGE
The three genius painters of the Spanish royal collection: El Greco, Velazquez, and Goya
A breathtaking and enchanting viewpoint in Cuenca

3.
Southern region
Granada
Alhambra & Albaicín I Granada Centro
Seville
Around Seville Cathedral I Around Plaza de España I Along the Guadalquivir River I Around Plaza Nueva
● Cordoba
● Ronda
● Andalusia Road Trip

SPECIAL PAGE
Granada or Seville, that is the question, cave flamenco
Experience Seville Flamenco at its Origin
Nuevo Bridge Viewpoint

4.
South Coast region
● Malaga
Malaga city center
● Nerja
● Frigiliana
● Mijas

SPECIAL PAGE
Take a ride on the little train around Nerja!
Mijas Village Viewpoint

5.
north
● Bilbao
Bilbao Centro
San Sebastian

SPECIAL PAGE
Design Bilbao, viewed from the hill of Archanda
Two ways to cross the Vizcaya Bridge

● Index

Map Book (Special Appendix)
MAP 1: Barcelona Mission
MAP 2~5: Detailed map of Barcelona
MAP 6: Madrid Mission
MAP 7: Detailed Map of Madrid
Barcelona Metro Map
Madrid Metro Map
Sitges MAP
Girona MAP
Figueres MAP
Toledo MAP
Segovia MAP
Cuenca MAP
Granada MAP
Seville MAP
Cordoba MAP
Ronda MAP
Malaga MAP
Nerja MAP
Frigiliana MAP
Mijas MAP
San Sebastian MAP
Bilbao MAP
Practical Travel Conversation (English & Spanish)
Useful information to know in an emergency

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Publisher's Review
■ Get the feel the moment you read it - A concise structure that catches your eye at a glance

Unlike existing guidebooks that simply list tourist attractions, "This Is Spain" has become an essential book for travelers to Spain thanks to its intuitive structure.
It is very convenient to plan 'where to start and where to go' by dividing cities and sections based on the actual movement of travelers and organizing sightseeing tours into half-day and full-day units.
Here, we've added on-site verified information from the author and Terra Publishing's 25 years of planning and editing expertise to clearly organize the core content with photos, diagrams, and flow charts.

■ Overwhelming visuals that even make you feel the Spanish atmosphere

Featuring high-quality photos by a professional photographer and the most extensive selection of cuts among domestic guidebooks, this book vividly conveys the air, light, and texture of Spain's alleyways with every turn of the page.
The visuals of the landscapes, squares, and culinary spots of 26 smaller cities, as well as the six major cities of Barcelona, ​​Madrid, Granada, Seville, Malaga, and Bilbao, will further enhance the excitement of your trip.
Details of must-see works and buildings are organized with photo captions, creating a visual experience where emotion and practicality naturally intertwine.

■ The best way to find your way around is with This Is - Solving the complexities of Spanish traffic in one go.

The biggest reason travelers trust the This Is series is its 'detailed yet easy-to-understand transportation information.'
"This Is Spain" clearly organizes route maps, ticket locations, transportation cards, and app usage for major cities with photos, flow charts, and diagrams to help you travel without mistakes even if you are a first-time traveler.
The online reservation process is also guided through actual screen captures, making it easy to follow, and confusing information such as transportation type, travel time, operating intervals, first train, and last train are organized so that you can compare them at a glance, making the complex process of getting around Spain surprisingly simple.

■ The only one in Korea - Includes rental car and public transportation

Spain is a great country to travel by car thanks to its vast plains and gentle roads.
This Is Spain is Korea's only guidebook to Spain that combines rental car and public transportation information into one volume.
This latest edition adds 13 new towns, focusing on key road trip areas such as the Sierra de Guadarrama near Madrid, the Don Quixote Trail in Castile-La Mancha, and the White Villages of Andalusia.
We've compiled driving courses, distances, and parking locations with vivid photos so you can experience Spain's dramatic landscapes firsthand, so you can apply them right on the spot.

From Tapas to Michelin - A "Real Gourmet Guide" Without Advertisements or Sponsorships

From the basics of Spanish cuisine, such as tapas, paella, gambas al ajillo, and churros, to regional differences, this comprehensive food information is valuable and hard to find in other guidebooks or AI.
Tapas come in thousands of combinations, and the author personally tasted and selected them, presenting 'recommended combinations based on Korean palates' to ease the burden of menu selection. Each menu item includes photos, original text, and price information, so you can use them right away.
It contains a wide range of gourmet information from all over Spain, including restaurants featured on variety shows, how to order at small bars known only to locals, Michelin-starred restaurants, and representative dishes of each region. In addition, it includes the pinchos culture of the Basque region, representative brands of regional wine and beer, and drinking tips that can be used right away during your trip.

■ Storytelling that adds depth to your trip to Spain

A big part of traveling in Spain is its storytelling.
Arab architecture, the coexistence of Christianity and Islam, and the lives and works of artists such as Picasso, Dali, Goya, and Gaudi are naturally presented in the book along with the city's landscape.
The author, who majored in cultural anthropology and has a deep understanding of Spanish culture, provides a vivid and in-depth commentary, along with abundant photos, diagrams, and explanations of the works, which vividly organize Spanish art and culture in your mind, and the fun and excitement of traveling while on site are multiplied.

■ Shopping in Spain - A comprehensive guide to fashion, pharmacy, and supermarket items

Spain, the country of fashion, also offers a variety of attractive shopping items that will open travelers' wallets.
It clearly guides travelers on "where to buy what," focusing on places they actually visit, including Spain's representative fashion brands, shopping malls, outlets, and stylish select shops, as well as lifestyle shopping information such as pharmacies and supermarkets, which will get you back more than your initial investment.
We've also included all the essential practical tips you need, including sale season, tax refund procedures, reward cards, and Spanish clothing sizes.

■ The latest smart travel tips - FAQ 14, a collection of the most frequently asked questions

We've compiled 14 FAQs to answer the most common questions first-time travelers have about Spain, including when to travel, expected expenses, finding flights, and tips for finding accommodations.
Train, bus, and flight reservations are presented step-by-step on actual screens so that users can follow along, and the tax refund process is organized into a flow chart so that users can understand it at a glance.
We've compiled the latest travel trends, including how to use mobile tickets and contactless cards, essential Spanish apps, and data services, so you can smartly prepare for your first trip to Spain.

■ Highly complete course design - Best courses & city-specific schedules

The best courses in Spain and recommended itineraries for each city are also some of the reasons why you should definitely read this book.
The eight best recommended courses for various purposes are designed by a Spanish expert writer, taking into account the route, travel time, and even physical strength.
It provides guidance on 'where to go and how to get around' by travel time, distance, and theme at a glance, so even experienced travelers can create a complete itinerary.

■ Korea's Top Map Know-How - Main Map + Separate Map Book

High-quality maps created with the unique production technology of travel guidebook craftsman Terraman accurately reproduce even narrow alleys and complex roads that are difficult to see on Google Maps.
In particular, the detachable map book that is easy to carry around and open right away is an item that everyone unanimously recommends.
It has been made more complete by including essential practical information such as travel conversation, emergency contact information, and credit card company loss report centers.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: November 20, 2025
- Page count, weight, size: 624 pages | 152*215*35mm
- ISBN13: 9791192767383
- ISBN10: 1192767381

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