In addition to unique religious sites, Barcelona has a vast amount of museums and cultural centers. Girona is also famous due to an abundance of famous attractions. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Gerunda that has been destroyed. Modern tourists associate Girona with Salvador Dali. The art museum dedicated to its works is located in the immediate vicinity of Girona, in the ancient town of Figueres. …
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The famous five-star hotel Dolce can be found in Sitges; this place is sure to appeal to fans of exotic locations. Decorated in the utmost modern style, it was literally created for active recreation. There are popular golf resorts near it; its territory has a decent selection of leisure pools and playgrounds. There is also a first class wellness center, where you can relax after a busy day of entertainment. In a …
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The majestic Noguera Pallaresa River attracts fans of extreme sports. Everyone can enjoy canoeing or kayaking there and an abundance of emotions is guaranteed. Foothill areas of the Pyrenees are ideal not only for walking, but also for cycling. Those who wish to enjoy the typical urban entertainment have to spend a few days in Girona or Barcelona featuring an abundance of shops and entertainment venues. These …
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Catalunya is famous for its delicious meat and delicacies; excellent sausages and bacon are made there. You can buy a lot of interesting types of cheese at local markets. Those wishing to explore culinary traditions of the region don’t have to limit themselves by restaurants only; be sure to pop into farm markets, where they sell a lot of interesting treats. Hearty meat dishes of Pyrenees, gourmet seafood of …
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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 picturesque Pyrenees are rich with excellent ski resorts. There are a few difficult routes for professional sportsmen but there are also a lot of comfortable places for family recreation. One of the most attractive family resorts is La Molina. In a warm period, you can hike and ride a bike in the submontane area. There are also very interesting districts for mountaineering. The popular kind of sport in …
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Spain - moving around the country
There are about 40 airports in Spain. The largest air harbor is the airport in Catalonia called “Barcelona”. This airport has a traffic of about 50 million people a year. It operates in areas within the country. There are also a number of international flights. “Barcelona” also accepts cargo shipments. Free buses run between the terminals. A special underground electric train also operates to transport passengers. The airport has a variety of restaurants and cafes, lounges, offices of international and state banks, shops and souvenir shops within its territory. You can get to the capital by using a shuttle bus, taxi or the subway.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Spain
These days, Valencia welcomes no less beautiful holiday, the festival of Fire. A ritual procession bring flowers to the Cathedral of the Holy Virgin Mary. A huge panel of bouquets is made. After that, the holiday begins. Two weeks after Easter, a large agricultural fair takes place in Seville. It turns a city into a real celebration of Andalusian culture. The famous flamenco music sounds all nights long. Dancers wearing national costumes come out to the streets; sounds of castanets are heard everywhere. A corrida, which gathers the mightiest matadors of the world, takes place these days. Barcelona celebrates the day of San Jordi on April, 23. A theatrical battle with dragons is performed on the streets. After that, it is customary to give bouquets of red roses to all women, whether you know them or not.
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