IN THE hills of central Spain is the pretty pink town of AlbarracÃn.
With medieval walls and the remains of castles, it's even been said to look like a scene from a fairytale.


is known for its narrow, winding streets and pink hues.
With every building being a shade of terracotta, when the sunlight hits it at the right hour, the town turns a different colour.
AlbarracÃn is a quiet town and in the centre is the main square, Plaza Mayor.
There's also a fountain surrounded by old buildings with wooden balconies.
AlbarracÃn dates back over 8,000 years, but many of the buildings were first built in the Middle Ages.
Surrounding the town are the ruins of the old wall that was once used as its defence.
Santa MarÃa Church is one of the oldest in AlbarracÃn, and its bell tower stands tall, looking over the town. The inside is decorated with detailed paintings.
The 16th-century Catedral del Salvador features a bell tower built on the remains of a Romanesque temple.
You'll also find the old Andador Tower there, built in the 10th century and serving as a defensive outpost.
Around the town is the Guadalupe River, which is thefifth-longest river in the Iberian Peninsulaand the second-longest river with its entire length in .

While AlbarracÃn is not a sought-out holiday destination, it was voted the most beautiful town in in 2018.
When it comes to food, certain dishes have a Muslim influence since the area was under Muslim rule during the Middle Ages.
For anyone wanting to take a deeper dive into the town's , visit the Museo de AlbarracÃn to discover its archaeological and historical past.
It has also been noted that, as the town is so small and fairly isolated, most residents do not speak English.
Getting there is a tad complex. From the UK, you'll need to get to Castellón de la Plana.
You can get a direct flight from with .
From Castellón de la Plana, it is a two-and-a-half-hour drive to AlbarracÃn.
Plus, the .
And the .
