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Spain Guide - Towns

Barcelona really is a wonderful city. Colourful, vibrant, historic and artistic all at the same time, with a plethora of galleries and museums; and you can even enjoy a day at the beach here. And once you have enjoyed the works of Gaudi, why not visit the Salvador Dali Museum in Figueres, one of the most important sites in the whole of Catalonia, and now officially the most important sites in the whole of Catalonia, and now officially the most visited museum in Spain! Once all the culture has given you a thirst, there is always Tarragona. An important centre for the wine trade, this old port town has a large number of bodegas, some of which are open to the public. Spain's largest port Bilbao, is said to enjoy some of the best cuisine in Spain, making a stroll around the city to choose from the many superb restaurants highly recommended. The fact that Gerona was known as Gerunda by the Romans, Girona by the Catalans and Jerunda by the Arabs tells you just how colourful its history has been; and Santander Game Park and Zoo is the perfect place to get up close and personal with animals in a 'natural and free' environment.
Blanes has kept the character of a Spanish fishing town with a maze of narrow back streets. The wild beauty of the cliffs has attracted a large number of nature lovers, one of whom planted a garden, the ‘Marimurtra botanical Gardens’, overlooking the sea, where there are more than 4,000 different species of trees, shrubs and flowers. Tossa de Mar An old traditional Spanish fishing port which has expanded considerably. The 13th century ramparts on the seafront harbour, over three feet thick in places, and the remains of a Roman villa on the outskirts of the town serve as reminders of the port’s important strategic position and illustrious past. In contrast, the modern hotels and apartment blocks and the lively bars and restaurants are evidence of its popularity as a Spanish holiday resort. Tucked away behind the Vila Vella, Tossa’s old town, is the Es Codolar Cove which provided safe anchorage for Tossa’s fishermen and was their original home. They still use the cove today, but now share it with the many holidaymakers who bathe there as a change from the busy main beach.
Playa d’Aro is an elegant Spanish holiday resort with a large beach of fine sands that attracts many sea and sun lovers. The town is lively both by day and by night and is excellent for shopping and entertainment.


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