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Places of tourist interest in Spain –“Journey to Catalonia”
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Sep-23-2010
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Catalonia is one of Spain’s seventeen communities with a very unique culture of its own.
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Catalonia is one of Spain’s seventeen communities with a very unique culture of its own. Barcelona is Catalonia’s capital and a tourist’s heaven. The word Catalonia derives from a term that means “Land of Castles”.
Shopping
There is an abundance of shopping choices in Catalonia, especially in Barcelona. You have a choice of small shops, boutiques, open air markets, antique shops and large department stores. The people of Catalonia are very fashion savvy and trendy so shopping is a major part of the culture. Many tourists travel to Catalonia in search of fine art. Catalonia is a fabulous place to find fine art from famous artists all over Europe.
Villas
The Can Sargantana Villa located near Barcelona is a great family house that sits in the mist of rolling farmland in a secluded area to ensure privacy. This farmhouse has been renovated with a modern, contemporary style to ensure luxury, elegance and comfort. Can Sargantana includes 6 bedrooms, all including en-suite bathrooms. The two sitting rooms and two play areas (one for kids, one for adults) make this villa the perfect entertainment house. The cellar, huge kitchen and large dining room are a chef’s paradise. The live-in housekeeper ensures convenience and comfort during your stay at Can Sargantana.
Sight Seeing
Catalonia offers many different types of tours including the Spain biking tour that takes you through the heart of Catalonia. This 6 six day tour even takes you along the border of France and includes stops at the Pyrenees foothills, La Garrotxa, a remote volcanic area. and the Gala Dali Castle, which includes a Catalan wine tasting. Quench your appetite along the journey with the Catalan fusion cuisine and delicious, fresh seafood. The view of the bike tour also features the white sand beaches of Costa Brava. This bike route is along the same roads pro cyclists use to train for the famous French race.
Cuisine
The Agut restaurant, located in Barcelona, is a family restaurant that has thrived since 1924. The vaulted cellar ceilings are a must see as you enjoy the bohemian atmosphere. The moderate prices at Agut have made this restaurant a favorite amongst tourist and visitors to the area. Complete your meal with dessert and a great choice is their combination plate that includes a great assortment of small homemade cakes.
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small shops, open air markets,
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Travel and Leisure
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Travel and Leisure
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