1. You can travel Catalunya by high-speed RENFE trains, as well as buses. It should be noted that the latter method is not only profitable, but also quite comfortable, as bus routes pass through very scenic places. 2. Beaches of Catalunya have honorary awards for outstanding environmental performance. The cleanliness of the beaches and their equipment are strictly controlled; there you can safely rest even with …
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Catalan coast is characterized by an abundance of equipped beaches that attract fans of relaxing in comfortable places. There are also wild beaches that are popular among nature lovers, as well as scenic coastal areas appealing to fans of water sports. Costa Brava is a series of incredibly beautiful beaches, some of which are pebble and some - sandy. Almost all the local beaches are deep, so they may be not so …
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Catalonia is famous for its outstanding historical attractions. You can see most of them in Barcelona. There is a unique contemporary art museum called MACBA. The capital of Catalonia has preserved remarkable architectural monuments, the most famous of which is Sagrada Familia Cathedral. Local archeological districts are very popular with tourists. The Tarragona coast is especially rich with such attractions. The …
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Indigenous people are fond of parties, so they willingly celebrate national festivals and modern Spanish holidays. Each city is sure to celebrate Festa Major dedicated to its patron saint. Typically, mass festivities last for several days; the celebration is full of exciting entertainment and symbolic events. Cities arrange fun events, musical performances and large-scale fairs and mount an incredible amount of …
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The traditional cuisine of Catalunya has a lot of similarities to the classic Mediterranean cuisine; however, some interesting differences are still there. Each area of Catalunya has its own popular local dishes. You can taste delicious fish food in coastal cities and try game in mountainous areas. Chefs buy fish and other seafood from local fishermen right on the coast, so the meal cooked in Catalan restaurant is …
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Catalunya is an ideal holiday destination for fans of sports entertainment and for those who wish to enjoy relaxed and casual atmosphere. The region features charming seaside resorts, cutting-edge ski areas, a lot of beautiful nature reserves and bustling cities with their inherent entertainment. Costa Brava is one of the most popular beach resorts; beaches of this picturesque resort town have being long chosen by …
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Moving around in Spain - transportation
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In addition, traveling on a personal or rented car is also possible in Spain. Although the quality of roads here are not the best in Europe, it is quite acceptable for comfortable travel. The price of gasoline in Spain is quite expensive and there are a lot of toll roads. This should be taken into account in advance when planning your budget. There are also systems of strict fines, so it is advisable not to violate the traffic rules. The fine on an average car is about $ 40 per day. It is therefore not advisable to travel by cars in large cities, as it is very easy to get a fine of 85 Euros for incorrect parking. There is also the likelihood of traffic jams ruining your vacation plans. Bicycles which are available for hire are a good option in Madrid and other cities. There are chic bike trails in all regions. You can also rent a motorcycle or a scooter. Taxi in Spain is quite expensive. A ride on a taxi costs a minimum of 2 Euros. A kilometer costs around 1.2 Euros, excluding baggage fee.
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Economy roadmap of Spain
The economy of Spain is ranked fifth place among all the countries of the European Union by nominal GDP. On the world arena, the country’s economy occupies a stable 12th position. It is worth noting that the country’s purchasing power is one of the strongest in the world. The economy of the country was especially developed, thanks to the sectors of medium technological level, among which are its automobile industry, the production of audio-visual equipment, industrial machinery and equipment, and products of the chemical and cosmetic industries. However, the statistics of one of the analytical companies shows that among the hundred most recognized global brands, there is not a single Spanish. Leaders of the domestic industry are the producers of the wine “Freixenet”, Chupa Chups, the energy company Repsol, the brand Zara, and the hotel chain “Sol Mella”.
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