Guide to Girona
Girona is a gem of a city with population of roughly 100 thousand. It’s famous for its cathedral, medieval architecture, picturesque bridges, and colorful houses along the Onyar river.
Catalonia
Posts about Catalonia, covering interesting towns to visit which can make great escapes from Barcelona.
Priorat Wine Region
Priorat is a county in the province of Tarragona. The town of Falset is the capital. The central part of the county, Priorat històric, produces prestigious wines that are certified under the DOQ Priorat. The name Priorat is derived from the 12th century Carthusian monks who arrived from Provence and established a a Priory (Priorat) …
Guide to Tarragona
Situated 51 miles to the south-west of Barcelona, Tarragona is famous for its treasure trove of Roman ruins, traditional cuisine, impressive architecture, and idyllic beaches.
Guide to Lloret de Mar
I spent a month in Lloret de Mar, in an Airbnb run by a Russian family, a short walk from the beach. It’s a town of contradictions, in a good way.
Sant Pere de Ribes
Sant Pere de Ribes is a town in the center of the Garraf comarca, near Sitges. It is famous for its vineyards, farmhouses and the remains of the Castell de Ribes, dating back to the 10th century.