The cultural life of the Costa Brava is rich because of bright celebrations and festivals. They are held almost every month and are always accompanied by lush folk festivals. National celebrations, certainly, attract travelers. Tourists had noted that during celebrations all ethnic boundaries simply disappear; foreigners have fun and take part in all the activities on a par with locals. Every city on the coast has its own patron saint. Every year locals honour him with the beautiful holiday called ‘fiesta mayor.’
The Costa Brava region is famous for its impregnable cliffs and rocks - however, this does not prevent the coast from being an important tourist destination. And every family member will … Open
Every town in this resort area has to offer its guests a decent selection of restaurants. The most popular restaurant in Lloret de Mar is The Orient Express; it specializes in international … Open
In summer, the Costa Brava is the most attractive region for tourists who prefer to combine beach recreation with attending festivals. One of the most famous events in all of Spain is the event called Cap Roig held in one of the most picturesque places on the planet - Jardins de Cap Roig Escultures. The proximity to the sea and the beach, the green landscapes, the abundance of historical attractions (in particular, the magnificent castle) - all this attracts hundreds of tourists to the wonderful festival. Not to mention great musical concerts given by famous headliners. The event is held for a month and a half, starting in early July and ending in late August.
When planning sightseeing tours, you should definitely pay an attention to each city of the coast. You can be sure that trip around each of them would bring a lot of unforgettable … Open
Castell de Peralada is another great festival that many fans of atmospheric events are eager to attend. And all this is due to the fact that it is held in the eponymous Castell de Peralada, one of the oldest castles in all of Spain (the first mention of it can be found in the 9th century). Among the musical genres presented here, one can hear soul, techno, funk, rock. However, some mind-blowing combinations of classical and modern music can often be heard too. The festival starts in early July and ends in the middle of the hot August.
Entertainment center of the Costa Brava is Lloret de Mar; the most popular bars and discos, noisy beaches and countless shops are located there. Travelers who want a break from the hot sun … Open
In August, the beautiful picturesque place called Jardí Botànic Marimurtra becomes the venue for a festival popular among church choir fans. We are talking about Les Nits de Marimutra, during which you can not only listen to church singing but also try local dishes and go on themed tours. Another interesting (and definitely unique) festival is held in Verges. Holy Thursday is celebrated here like nowhere else in the world: thus, a religious procession on the central streets takes place with the participation of people dressed up as skeletons. And all this happens to the sounds of drums, which create a unique atmosphere. In Verges, the religious holiday even has a different name: La Dansa de la Muerte. The dance with a clock is considered the culmination of the unique holiday - and as one might guess, it has a symbolic meaning.