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Tourism in Catalonia: Get to know the city of Girona

Girona is a town located in the Catalonia region of Spain. It is a place that enchants by its history, past and architecture. A relatively small town, but one that makes any tourist in love. The location is perfect for tourists who like to visit historical places. Want more about one of Catalonia's best-known municipalities? Then continue reading.

How to go to Girona?
The journey between Barcelona and Girona takes just over an hour by car. However, if you travel by train, the journey takes only 30 minutes.As soon as you to let off at Girona train station, just follow the signs that indicate the way to the city centre.

That's where the fun begins.Access to the historic center is very easy and the city is full of amazing places for you to meet.Train tickets can be purchased on the spot or over the internet. If you want to save time on the trip, the ideal is that you purchase the tickets before arriving in Spain.

What to know in Girona?
Although not a big city, Girona has several sights and very good restaurants.Therefore, it is recommended a gastronomic tour of the region.To help make your trip more practical and interesting, let's mention the sights that can't be left out of your itinerary:

Arab baths:
The building was built in 1194 and is named after the baths that The Muslims of North Africa took.The place is divided into five different environments: boiler room, hot room, cold room, boiler room and oven room.The entrance is very cheap (about 2 euros) and despite being a small place, it is an interesting attraction and full of history.

Girona Cathedral
The churches were part of Girona's past – and are still part of the present.In a historic city, visiting the cathedral is practically mandatory.The church is at the highest point of the city and so the view from above is enchanting.Even if you don't like churches, it's worth visiting the Cathedral, as it's a building that in a way tells a little about the history of the municipality.

Onyar's Little Houses
The Onyar River is one of the rivers that cuts through the municipality.It is a nice place for you to stroll both during the day and at night. On the riverbank, there are several colorful houses that make the scenery even more beautiful.The view resembles landscapes from other parts of Europe.

Mercat del Lleó
Every city has its own a public market and girona is no different. Mercat del Lleó sells vegetables, fruits, meats and various typical dishes from the region.It is worth visiting the place to get to know a little of the routine of the city's residents.

These are just a few of the many places of Girona which is the Capital of the Province of Girona.

Knowing historic cities reminiscent of medieval times is a real dream, isn't it?So if you like to visit municipalities that are old, but at the same time, modern and revitalized, you will be in love with the charms of Girona.