evocative catalonia facts ...

A few catalonia facts for you - one of Spain´s most popular regions.

Bordered by the French frontier to the north, the Mediterranean Sea to the east, and the region of Aragon to the west, Catalonia - with its fine beaches and resorts - is one of Europe´s playgrounds.

Made up of the provinces of Barcelona, Girona, Lleida and Tarragona, it has the sophisticated second Spanish city of Barcelona as its capital.

Barcelona is all things to all people.

Culture vultures will relish the Gothic Quarter and Antoni Gaudi´s works.

Artists will delight in the Picasso Museum.

Pleasure-seekers will adore Las Ramblas´ convivial atmosphere, and the city´s sizzling night-life.

But Catalonia has a wide variety of other things on offer ...

Its pretty Costa Brava coves - province of Girona - with popular resorts such as Lloret de Mar, Roses, Tossa del Mar ...

Its Costa Dorada - or Golden Coast - renowned for long, flat beaches of golden sand.

Ski fanatics will love the Pyrenees ski resorts at Baqueira-Beret - popular with the Spanish Royal Family.

Not far inland from Barcelona city is the inspiring Benedictine Monastery of Montserrat - such magnificent scenery.

Figueres is birthplace of painter Salvador Dali - visit the museum showing his brilliant works.

History buffs will enjoy the historic city of Girona. Whilst Tarragona is packed with monuments from Roman times - but also boasts the more modern Port Aventura Theme Park.

Something for everyone in fact!

catalonia facts - popular places

popular sights

Further information about Barcelona and its surrounds ...

catalonia facts - where to stay

What are your accommodation options?

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hotels in the center
Learn how to find and book a hotel in central Barcelona ...
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budget hotels
Some suggestions for budget hotels and hostels ...
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apartmental rental
Your guide to holiday apartment rental ...
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economy apartments
Economy apartment rentals for those on a budget ...
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holiday lets in the old town
Affordable rentals in Barcelona's old town ...
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holiday lets in el borne
Holiday rentals in El Borne District ...
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catalonia facts - sightseeing info

What are the main sights to see? ... Who was Antoni Gaudi? ... What will the weather be like? ...

Discover the answers on the following pages ...

sightseeing
All about the most popular sights to see in Barcelona ...
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antoni gaudi
Follow the Antoni Gaudi trail ...
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weather forecast
Will the weather be good? ...
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fast facts
A few fast facts about Barcelona ...
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catalonia facts - travel and tours

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Superb choice of Barcelona tours ...
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travel guide barcelona
Your Barcelona travel guide ...
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barcelona airport
In-depth information on Barcelona Airport ...
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remaining regions

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