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| Montserrat:: |
 Montserrat is a very powerful symbol for the Catalan people. You would be one of the first if you can find a Catalan who had not, at some point in time, visited Montserrat. The mountain of Montserrat, which means `sawed mountain´, is a unique geological formation of such exceptional beauty that it has long captured the imagination of both local and foreign artists. The cult of the Virgin of Montserrat, popularly known as `La Moreneta´ because of the dark material of which she is sculpted, is the most popular cult in Catalonia. The `moreneta´, whose full title is `Mare de Deu de Montserrat´, is housed in the Benedictine abbey that has become world famous because of its boy´s choir and school of music. This monastery was also notorious during the Franco regime for being a stronghold of Catalan culture and language. In direct defiance of Franco’s anti-Catalan laws, the monks of Montserrat continued celebrating marriages and baptisms in Catalan. The monastery became a refuge for the many Catalan nationalists that remained underground until Franco´s death in 1975. You can reach this magnificent site by car, train, or by bus. When you get there you can enjoy a spectacular funicular ride straight up the steep mountainside. Or book one of the tours to Montserrat offered by our partner Viator. |
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| Port Aventura:: |
 Port Aventura is teeming with more than a million square meters of fascinating scenery. Discover over thirty thousand types of vegetation. Voyage from the mild Mediterranean climate of Mediterránia to the tropics of Polynesia. Find yourself at the Great Wall of China one minute and at the ruins of Mayan Mexico the next. Join real live cowboys for a taste of the Far West. The theme park includes the following areas: Polynesia: step into a world of exotic colors and smells to the beat of ritual drums. Then, cool off by jumping into the great lake from the summit of the Tutuki Splash volcano. China: fasten your seat belts and get ready to rocket down at an amazing 110 Km/h on the biggest roller coaster ride on the European continent. The ride is called Dragon Khan and you´ll find it in this area. México: marvel at the colossal ruins of the Mayan Empire towering over the bubbling activity of Mexico. Party with the Mariachis, taste its spicy cuisine and take your emotions to new heights with the exhilarating rides and attractions. Farwest: get ready to witness Estampida, the most exciting wagon chase of your life over a labyrinth of wooden tracks. Mediterránea: a picturesque Mediterranean village that will charm all guests. The warm hospitality of its people and the appeal of its whitewashed houses give the true spirit of this coastal setting. |
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| Girona:: |
 The province of Girona is located in the northeast of Spain close to the border with France. The region covers an area of 5,886km2 and has a population of about half a million inhabitants. The capital is Girona, and the entire province is divided up into six judicial districts, eight regions (El Giron�s, La Garrotxa, El Baix Empord�, El Alt Empord�, Pla de I�Estany, Selva, Ripoll�s and Cerdanya), and 235 municipal districts. The most striking characteristic about this province is undoubtedly its great diversity. It offers a magnificent coastal area -the internationally recognized Costa Brava- as well as a fine mountain region, which is ideal for both tourism and a wide variety of sports. This balance between coastal and inland scenery, along with a mild climate, is ideal for tourism of any kind. You can find and book 2 tours to Girona and Figueras here. |
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| Sitges:: |
| Sitges is the chicest resort on the Costa Dorada, and is famous for its blinding, white beaches. Here you can take beautiful, long ocean-side walks, and admire the white washed houses. The museums Cau Ferrat and Maricel are a real must see here and also pay a visit to the picturesque Old Quarter for some wonderful sightings. Tours to Sitges can be found here. |
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| Figueras:: |
| The Salvador Dali Museum can be found in the town of Figueres about 125 km north of Barcelona. The museum is a must-see because Dali designed the museum himself: It echoes his bizarre personality—look for the photo of the artist going to a bullfight with a loaf of bread for a hat. There is a organised tour to the Dali Museum in Figueras . |
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| Salou:: |
| Salou is a real sun, sea, and beach destination for the youth. It´s a city of mass tourism with dozens of hotels and apartments. The nightlife of Salou is justifiably famous and throughout the year the different bars, pubs, discos, etc. guarantee a good time for all. For those looking for a more relaxing way of spending the evening, the pavement terraces of Salou´s cafes and ice cream parlors provide a tranquil alternative. These establishments can be found in every corner of the resort. The area around Murillo and Carles Buigas Streets is known as the Slammers, because of its multitude of lively music bars popular with the youngest visitors. But there are pubs and discotheques catering for all types of people and all tastes, giving everybody, whatever their age, the chance to spend some unforgettable nights in Salou. |
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