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Gerona (Girona)

The city of Gerona is one of the most important historical sites in Spain, founded by the Romans and later a Moorish stronghold. Spanning the convergence of the Onyar and Ter rivers, this quaint medieval city attracts hordes of tourists from the Costa Brava resorts and Barcelona, all lured by the experience of walking through the old quarter, the Call, with its narrow alleyways and ancient stone houses.

Inside the ancient walls are such gems as the 12th-century Benedictine monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants and the 14th-century cathedral built in the Catalonian Baroque style. The cathedral is accessed by climbing up 90 steps. It includes a museum containing art works and rare manuscripts.

Also of particular interest are the restored 12th-century Arab baths with their central octagonal pool, and the fascinating Jewish quarter where, between the 9th and 15th centuries the culture and religion flourished on the narrow steep streets. The arcaded promenade, the Rambla de la Llibertat, is lined with delightful cafes and shops selling souvenirs, crafts, antiques and curiosities. In addition the city is well supplied with museums and galleries.

Palafrugell

An ancient village mentioned in documents as long ago as the 10 th century. Having a strong tradition in trade, industry and agriculture, it has important monuments, among which are the parish church of San Martin, which dates from the 15 th century, the Baroque temple of Los Dolores and some remains of the ancient walled precinct. The spacious and always crowded New Square oversees the town.

Calonge

A town of Roman origin, Calonge is located 2 kilometres from the coast, between Palamos and Plaja d’Aro. Set at the foot of the Gabarres, the village overlook a vast expanse of fertile agricultural land. The ruins of the castle and part of the quarter belonging to its Medieval past are to be seen. The Aubi river, which passes through Calonge on its way down to the sea, serves as a link joining the inland town to its coastal counterpart of Sant Antoni de Calonge.

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