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| Tarragona | ||
| region | Catalonia | |
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| Residents | 136.496 (2020) | |
| height | 68 m | |
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The town Tarragona located in Catalonia. It is the first major city south of Barcelona. You can see a number of historical buildings such as churches from different centuries or the well-preserved Colosseum from Roman times.
background
The city of Tarragona (Tarrakon, Roman Tarraco) was the capital of Tarraconian Spain in Roman times. During the Great Migration, she suffered much from the invasions of the Suevs, Vandals and Goths. In 714 it was conquered by the Moors after three years of siege and completely devastated, but over three centuries later (1038) it was rebuilt by the Counts of Barcelona. The diocese, founded after 1038, was elevated to an archbishopric in 1154. In 1119 the city was taken from the Arabs by Alfonso I of Aragon. On August 28, 1811, the French General Suchet took it by storm. In August 1813 it was besieged by the English, and since Suchet could no longer maintain it, he had the fortifications blown up on August 8, 1813, whereby the city suffered greatly. In 1833 Tarragona became the provincial capital.
getting there
By plane
Near Tarragona is the Reus airport
Alternatively, if you are arriving by plane, Barcelona Airport is available from easyJet, Lufthansa, Niki, norwegian, SWISS and Vueling is approached from the German-speaking area. The onward journey can then take place by regional train and bus.
By train
Tarragona is on the main line from Barcelona (1 hour) and Alicante (2 to 3 hours). Trains off Madrid and other cities in western Spain end in Barcelona. Note that it is better to book tickets in advance to avoid unnecessary waiting at the counters.
By bus
In the street
By boat
mobility
All sights can be explored on foot from the train station. Taxis and Suburban trains can take you further outside
Tourist Attractions
Churches
The city has a magnificent one, built in 1120 gothic cathedral and many other churches.
Castles, chateaux and palaces
- Praetorium, next to the archeology museum. In him Pontius Pilate is said to have been born.
Buildings
- various Roman buildings, including the Colosseum (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- University of Rovira i Virgili
Monuments
Museums
- Archeology Museum
Streets and squares
- Plazas
Parks
various
shop
There are shops in the Rambla; Various Catalan goods can also be purchased in the old town.
kitchen
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medium
Upscale
nightlife
Cheap
medium
Upscale
accommodation
The Tourist office at the train station can give you information about accommodation in all price ranges.
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medium
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Learn
Work
security
health
Practical advice
trips
The nearby seaside resort Salou is a famous travel destination. It is also worth visiting Port Aventura, one of the largest European amusement parks.
literature
Web links
http://www.tarragona.cat - Tarragona Official Website
