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The heart of the Costa Dorada and the capital of the province of the same name in the Kingdom of Spain is the city of Tarragona, which attracts tourists with its historical sights. In 2000, it was rightfully included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. In addition to historical value, the city is the largest port, industrial and commercial center. Located 98 km from Barcelona, ​​Tarragona attracts tourists who crave a touch of the history of the Roman Empire, as well as lovers of the sun and the beach.

Long ago, many centuries ago...

The first mention of inhabitants in the Tarragona lands comes at the end of the 6th century. In the hills of the current pearl of the Costa Dorada, an Iberian tribe lived in a settlement called Kesse. In 218 BC. e. the specified settlement was conquered by the Romans under the leadership of Publius Cornelius Scipio.

A fortification was built at the place of residence of the tribe, which was called Tarraco, which in Spanish means Fortress. In 45 BC. e. Julius Caesar awarded the city the status of the capital of the province of Near Spain, which already in 27 BC. e. called Tarraconian Spain.

National flag of Spain and autonomous region Catalonia

The period of revival of the city was 25-26 BC. e. This is the time when Octavian Augustus was in the capital of the Roman Empire. The industry of the former province went uphill. They erected defensive walls, an amphitheater, two forums and an aqueduct. The population of the city increased to 40 thousand inhabitants. The fall of Tarraco coincided with the fall of the Roman Empire.

More than one generation of modern Tarragona had to endure wars and battles. Today, the largest seaport is located there, and the tourism industry is developing.

View of Tarragona cruise port

How to get to Tarragona

We will describe how you can get (several routes) to the historical center of the Costa Dorada - Tarragona.

From Barcelona

From Barcelona airport to Tarragona from terminal T1 there is an hourly direct bus. The fare is 14.95 euros. Travel time - 1 hour.

Direct buses depart to Tarragona and from the Barcelona bus station, they go a little longer - 1.5 hours. But the ticket price is lower - 10 euros. You can order travel receipts without leaving your home, on the official website busbud.com.

Barcelona North Bus Station Estació del Nord

The most comfortable mode of transport that will take you to the historical center of the Costa Dorada is the train. It follows to Tarragona from Sants train station.

You can buy tickets at any time of the day using the travel documents selection service and buy tickets for the Barcelona-Tarragona train .. The schedule includes many flights, which take from 62 to 89 minutes to travel. The ticket price will be approximately 8 euros.

Train Station Barcelona Sants / Sants Estacio

If you are not used to traveling public transport, a taxi is at your service. The distance from Barcelona to Tarragona is 98 km. The car overcomes this path in about 1 hour 20 minutes. Payment - according to the meter and is approximately 132 euros.

The beaches of Tarragona

View from the Balcony of the Mediterranean (left): the city beach is located below

The coastline of the city with a length of 15 km makes it possible to accommodate a huge number of beaches in Tarragona. You will learn about the ways to get to them and their features from the table:

Beach name	Transport	Beach Features
Platja Del Miracle / Comandancia	Bus number 10 ("Port Esportiu")	The length of the beach is 500 m, on the territory there are showers and toilets, as well as bars and cafes.
Cala Fonda	Bus number 19 or 97 (stop "Mas Rabassa" - Camping Las Palmeras)	Wild beach 200 m long,
Platja De L'arrabassada	Bus number 1, 19 or 97	The length of the beach is 550 m. The standard set of services: toilets, showers, bars, cafes
Cala Romana O Dels Capellans	Bus number 1, 19 or 97	The length of the beach is 60 m. The standard set on the territory: toilets, showers, bars, cafes
Cala De La Roca Plana for nudists	Bus number 19 or 97	The length of the beach is 205 m. The standard set for vacationers: toilets, showers, bars, cafes. protected area
Platja De Tamarit	Bus number 97	The length of the beach is 1750 m. The standard set for those who like to bask in the sun: toilets, showers, bars, cafes. protected area
Platja De La Mora	Bus number 97	The length of the beach is 520 m. The standard set of tourists: toilets, showers, bars, cafes. protected area

In order for a trip to Spain and a holiday in Tarragona to bring positive emotions, you need to study in advance so that the weather is sunny and warm without precipitation.

If you are lucky enough to visit Tarragona in winter time, we recommend visiting the world-famous carnival, which takes place from 14 to 21 February.

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Cuisine and restaurants

The geographical location of the city allows the owners of restaurants and all kinds of cafes to offer gifts to tourists mediterranean sea, which are caught on the day of preparation.

If you decide to dine in the fishing district of El Serrallo, you will be able to enjoy the taste of

Meet in catering establishments and seasonal dishes. For example, calçotada is served from January to April. Such an exotic name bears sweet green onions cooked on an open fire with Romesco sauce.

Tarragona Hotels

In Tarragona, as in any other tourist center, the hotel business is developed. The owners offer accommodation for every taste and budget. 84 hotels in the city center, the rest are within a radius of 8.7 km. We present some of the Tarragona hotels in Spain in the table below:

The name of the hotel	Services/service	Room rates	Location
Husa Imperial Tarraco 4*	24/7 Front Desk, press delivery, express check-in/out, safe, luggage office, laundry, breakfast in the room currency exchange, car rental, tour agency, Internet, paid parking	The most economical double room will cost from 3800 rubles. Suite room for two will cost within 7700 rubles	Center
SB Express Tarragona 3*	Elevator, Safe, car rental, laundry, tour agency, Fax, photocopying	The cost of a standard double room is about 3100 rubles	Not far from the center
Mercure Atenea Aventura	Facilities for disabled guests, 24 hour front desk, smoking is prohibited on the territory and in the hotel, elevator, smoking areas, non-smoking rooms, currency exchange, room service, organization of excursions, parking	The cost of a standard room - from 2800 rubles	8.6 km from the center
Hostal Noria 2*	Internet, room service	The cost of a single room from 1500 rubles	553 m from the center

Tarragona hotels are famous for good service for a relatively low price. In general, the cost of rooms is kept almost at the same level.

Significantly raise prices in March, and vice versa, reduce - in October. 40 days before the trip, you can book a hotel room with a 37% discount.

shopping

The central part of the city is built up with various shops and various shops. It sells clothes, shoes and accessories from European and American manufacturers.

Along with everyone else, Spanish manufacturers present a range of the most famous clothing brands such as Roberto Verino, Armand Basi, Massimo Dutti, Pikolinos, MIRTO, Mayoral and many others. Spanish goods under the brand names Bershka, Zara, Mango, Springfield, Oysho, Stradivarius are rightfully considered the most affordable..

The most favorable time for - the second half of the day, when the sun is no longer so bright. The main shopping centers are Park Central and El Corte Inglés. They are located in the center, 5 minutes walk from the bus station. Prices in stores are acceptable for almost all income levels.

Discounts (rebajas) in the country are both summer and winter. The peak of discounts falls on summer time when the goods can be purchased at 70-80% cheaper.

conclusions

Going to Spain, do not forget to include the city of Tarragona in your itinerary. After all, it was here that 2 currents managed to intertwine: modernity and antiquity. The atmosphere filled with historical spirit and a variety of panoramic landscapes will not leave you indifferent.

Holidays in Tarragona will be remembered for a lot of positive emotions, a beautiful tan and hundreds of colorful photos.

You can get acquainted with the impressions of experienced tourists about the rest and sights of Tarragona in the reviews of tourists.

38 attractions of Tarragona.

general information

Tarragona is the capital of the province of Tarragona on the Costa Dorada in Catalonia.

The city is located on the east coast of Spain, just 10 kilometers from Salou.

It is interesting to visit at any time of the year, it is one of the historical centers of the country.

Population: 132 thousand inhabitants (2014 census)

City area: 55.6 sq. km.

Timezone: GMT+1, summer GMT+2

City official website:

http://www.tarragona.cat/

Tarragona was founded at the end of the 3rd century BC by the ancient Romans as the capital of the ancient Roman province of Iberia. Nowadays it is a beautiful tourist city where you can see a large number of attractions.
There are many objects here World Heritage Romanesque architecture.

Many objects that belong to the Roman era have survived to this day. This is an amphitheater, a Roman circus, a Roman forum.

Roman amphitheater in Tarragona(photo)

The main street of the city is Rambla Nova (Rambla Nova), conditionally dividing it into northern and southern parts.

In the northern part, between Passeig Sant Antoni and Baixadada del Rosel b Carrer de la Guitarra, is the old quarter. Here are the buildings of the times of the Roman Empire, which are of interest to architecture lovers.

In the southern part of the city there are more modern buildings, here you will see business centers, hotels, cafes and restaurants. There are shops with local souvenirs.

To see the main attractions of the city, you can buy a ticket for 10 euros (€), which gives you the right to visit about ten sites, such as the local Roman forum, the Roman circus, the Castellarnau Palace, the Archaeological Route, etc.

What to see

The main attractions of Tarragona:

The Tarraco Roman Amphitheater (Amfiteatreroma) is one of the must-see sights...

The Roman circus of Tarraco (Circo romano de Tarraco) was built at the end of the 1st century AD, during the time of the Roman emperor Domitian...

The National Archaeological Museum (Museu Nacional Arqueologic (MNAT) is within walking distance of the famous Roman amphitheater and Mediterranean balcony...

The Archaeological Route (Passeig Arqueològic) or Archaeological Walk-Promenade is a specially designed route, 600 m long...

Other attractions of Tarragona:

• Model of the Roman Tarraco (Maqueta Tarracoromana) II century. n. uh,
• Cathedral (Catedrali Museu Diocesa) XII-XIV centuries,
• The square of the provincial forum (Forum Provincial) I century. AD,
• Portal of Sant Antoni (Portal de SantAntoni) XVIII century,
• The early Christian Francoli ensemble (5th century AD) and the modern shopping center Parc Central,
• Museum of the Port of Tarragona (Museu del Port de Tarragona),
• Seaside area of ​​El Serrallo (Barrimariner E Serrallo)

Also in Tarragona you can see the "Devil's Bridge" (Puentedel Diablo). This is an ancient Roman aqueduct that previously supplied fresh water the whole city.

Tarragona has many clean beaches. Massive, natural, nudist, there are secluded corners for a romantic getaway.

Tarragona beaches:
Miracle/Comandancia beach,
Arrabassada Beach,
Savinosa beach - nudist
Capellans beach - small, there are only cabanas,
Larga - length 3 km,
natural beach Cala Fonda - 200 m,
natural beach Roca Plana - 205 m,
La Mora- unequipped,
Cala Jovera - unequipped,
Tamarit natural beach

Tarragona coordinates:

41°07′ N; 1°14′ E

41°07"11.9"N 1°14"39.8"E

Almost all beaches can be reached by public transport.

How to get from Barcelona to Tarragona?
1. By railway trains. Travel time is about an hour.
2. By buses. Up-to-date information about the bus schedule can be found on the official website of the company.

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Cathedral of Tarragona

Tarragona, Placa Pla de la Seu

The beautiful Cathedral of Tarragona stands on a hill, on the site of the historical center of the old acropolis. It began to be built in 1171, but the consecration of the temple took place only in 1331. The cathedral stands on the remains of an earlier Roman building, which began to be erected at the very beginning of AD. e.

• The sights of ancient Tarragona cannot be called amazing or especially numerous. This city is more general atmosphere than specific travel sites. However, some places in Tarragona and the surrounding area are a must see.

  In general, objects of cultural and historical heritage Tarragona can be divided into three groups: ancient (ancient Roman), Gothic and modern. Several ruins belong to the ancient Romans, such as the tower of Scipios about 6 km from the city along the coastal road, the Roman walls and the citadel, the necropolis, the palace of Augustus (it is also called the palace of Pilate), the arch of Sura (or Bara), the Golden Way.

  It is worth seeing the model of Roman Tarraco - the city as it was in the 2nd century BC. The model is made on a scale of 1:500. Also noteworthy is the Roman amphitheater, on the basis of which the Visigothic basilica was subsequently built, and then the church in the Romanesque style. Today, the theater can be seen from above, go down and wander around it, and also look into small museum with him. And on the square of the Provincial Forum (1st century) there is an old Romanesque tower, which in the 14th century. converted into a royal residence. The Roman circus is also located here, where races and chariot competitions were held.

  In the vicinity of Tarragona there is also something to see. First of all, this is the famous Roman aqueduct Ferreres; it is located not so far from the city.

  The Christian religion also could not but be reflected in the architectural appearance of the city. First of all, the attention is drawn to the Cathedral of Tarragona, built in the 12th-14th centuries. at the highest point in the city. The cathedral stands out with a facade with a huge rose window, made in the Gothic style, and this view is considered a kind of visiting card of Tarragona. Of other religious buildings of interest are the Convent of the Poor Clares near the city walls, the Monastery of St. Teresa, the Capuchin parish church in the port, the former St. Francis Convent and the Jesuit College, which was turned into barracks, but then the college church was returned to its former importance, as well as the monastery Dominicans (now - City Hall) and restored in the 19th century. the archbishop's palace, which stands on the site of the ancient capitol.

  Walking around the city, one cannot ignore several interesting places and quarters. These are, firstly, several ancient squares: Plaza de la Font, Plaza del Forum, Plaza del Rey. Secondly, the modern Mediterranean balcony, which is a wonderful viewpoint behind the Tarragona beach. Thirdly, the historic fishermen's quarter of El Serallo, where the central fish market is located. The peak of trading activity is observed on the market in the evening, when fishermen sell what they caught during the day. In addition, there are a lot of nice seafood restaurants here. No less than fish, the Central Market on the Rambla Nova Boulevard deserves attention; it occupies a remarkable Art Nouveau building built in 1915. Finally, the Rambla Nova itself, the central one in Tarragona, has a century and a half of history - but at the same time, the most modern shops are concentrated on it.

  Neighborhood

  In the vicinity of Tarragona there is also something to see. First of all, this is the famous Roman aqueduct Ferreres; it is located not so far from the city. The two-level bridge, over 200 meters long, is surprisingly well preserved for a structure that was created without the use of mortar. The bridge is worth a visit in itself, and besides, it is located on the territory of a beautiful natural park.

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A unique and original city in Catalonia - Tarragona - is picturesquely spread on the Mediterranean coast, 150 kilometers from Barcelona. This is the largest port in Spain. Tarracon, as Tarragona used to be called, experienced its dawn in the era of the Roman Empire. Tarraconian Spain was at that time the capital of the Roman province. Now Tarragona is the largest center of Spanish tourism, and the well-preserved historical quarter and its pearl - the Cathedral of Tarragona keep traces and the spirit of the Middle Ages.

Pearl of Catalonia

Tarragona, with a population of 140 thousand people, is the second most important cultural and historical object of the Catalonia region. Festivals are traditionally held here. National holidays. On such days, the main street of the Rambla is smartly decorated, and a stream of people flows continuously along it towards the embankment. The street effectively ends with an observation deck - the "balcony of the Mediterranean", from where a wonderful view of the amphitheater and the Mediterranean Sea opens. The fenced promenade is located above a cliff 20 meters high. Along with the Roman amphitheater, the "balcony of the Mediterranean" is considered the main attraction of Tarragona.

Along the perimeter, the "balcony" is bordered by beautiful wrought iron railings. This is a favorite place for walks and photo shoots of tourists. There is a sign: to knock on the railing of the balcony means to attract good luck into your life.

Costa Dorada of Catalonia

The magnificent beaches of Catalonia are called Costa Dorada - Gold Coast. They stretch south of Barcelona and are famous for their fine sand, in the rays of the sun and in the spray of the sea breeze shimmering gold. The Costa Dorada in Terragone stretches for 15 kilometers and is famous for its warm, calm sea, flat underwater landscape, ideal for swimming, beautifully landscaped coastline for a comfortable beach holiday, bars, cafes for every taste and budget, hotels and guest houses right on the Mediterranean coast. In the evening and at night, the entire coast is flooded with colorful lights and filled with music that sounds from numerous dance floors.

The climate of the Costa Dorada in the Tarragona region is somewhat milder and warmer than in other coastal regions of Spain, therefore, this resort is ideal for families with children. There are several reasons for this: the city is protected from cyclones from the west and north by the Pyrenees, behind which stands another mountain range - the Catalan Mountains. average temperature air in the summer months is kept at the most comfortable values: + 25-27 degrees, the water temperature is about 23 degrees.

Sights of the historical part of Tarragona

The old center of the city, fully included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, is one continuous attraction. With each new turn, different wonders open up before the admiring viewer, which you can see:

• Roman amphitheater;
• Cathedral of Tarragona;
• Pilate's castle, or Royal Castle;

Roman amphitheater

This business card Tarragona. The amphitheater was partially carved into the rock in the 2nd century by the ancient Romans, at that time it could accommodate up to 14 thousand spectators on its stands. The structure was built in the classical form of an ellipse with dimensions of 109 by 86 meters. According to tradition, it hosted gladiator fights and staged theatrical performances and public executions. Our contemporaries can see only the remnants of the former luxury, when the sun gently illuminates the ancient stone steps. From the amphitheater, a beautiful well-groomed park runs up in terraces, where vacationers like to walk. There is a road leading to Rome nearby.

Made in the Romanesque-Gothic style, the Tarragona Cathedral is perhaps the most beautiful and majestic medieval monument in the province of Catalonia. It began to be built at the end of the 12th century, but was consecrated only in 1330. Inside, a magnificent altarpiece by Pere Joan opens up to the eyes. It is interesting to see sculptural compositions on biblical themes, as well as the skillfully decorated tombstone of the Infante don Juan of Aragon. In his short but vivid biography, the facts are known that at the age of 17 he became the bishop of Toledo, and at 28 - the prelate of Tarragona. This honorary citizen of Tarragona died in 1334 at the age of 33.

In the geography of the city, the cathedral is located very advantageously - it stands on the highest point of Tarragona. This is a whole complex of unique ancient buildings, including, in addition to the cathedral itself:

• museum;
• Cathedral Square;
• Romanesque cloister (covered gallery of the cathedral);
• chapel of st. Tecla;
• House of Canons;
• statue of st. Paul.

The most impressive part of the Cathedral is the western façade. From the side of the Cathedral Square, it offers a stunning view. The portal is decorated with figures of 11 apostles and prophets and a luxurious rose window.

To see the cathedral complex in all its glory, you need to climb to the roof of Pilate's castle, there is an observation deck.

The museum was founded in the 19th century and has absorbed many valuable exhibits found during excavations in the Roman amphitheater and the Necropolis. The most significant of them are Roman coins, togas, weapons, jewelry, dishes made of expensive metals. In one of the halls, you can look at the heads of Roman emperors on pedestals.

Centenary Fountain

This is the most picturesque fountain in Tarragona, built in 1954 in honor of the 100th anniversary of the New Rambla. The central exposition of the fountain is 4 figures, signifying 4 parts of the world. The male figures carved from Burgos stone represent different human races on different continents.

Monument "Castelleros"

Only in Tarragona there is a monument to the organizers of the "living pyramids" (sculptor Francesc Angles). The monument was erected on the New Rambla. Pyramids of living people - acrobats (castellers) - one of the attractions of Tarragona. On big holidays, acrobats build a multi-tiered pyramid of themselves without any insurance up to the height of a 12-story building! In the video below, you can see how castelleros is being built and how it is being destroyed.

The pyramid is strictly calculated. So, from tier to tier, the weight of living "bricks" becomes lighter. A living structure is always crowned by a child.

We visited the very "Roman city" of Spain, walked along the stone pavements, admired the ancient walls and sights. It is surprising that in one city, seemingly different concepts have harmoniously merged - antiquity and elite beach holiday. A holiday in Tarragona is truly a delight for the soul, for the body, and for knowledge.

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Here is a detailed map of Tarragona with street names in Russian and house numbers. You can easily get directions by moving the map in all directions with the mouse or by clicking on the arrows in the upper left corner. You can change the scale using the scale with the "+" and "-" icons located on the right side of the map. The easiest way to adjust the image size is by rotating the mouse wheel.

What country is Tarragona in?

Tarragona is located in Spain. This is a wonderful, beautiful city, with its own history and traditions. Tarragona coordinates: north latitude and east longitude (show on a large map).

virtual walk

An interactive map of Tarragona with sights and other tourist sites is an indispensable tool for independent travel. For example, in the "Map" mode, whose icon is located in the upper left corner, you can see the city plan, as well as detailed map highways with track numbers. You can also see the railway stations and airports of the city marked on the map. Nearby you see the "Satellite" button. By turning on the satellite mode, you will consider the terrain, and by zooming in, you can explore the city in great detail (thanks to satellite maps from Google Maps).

Move the "man" from the lower right corner of the map to any street in the city, and you can take a virtual walk around Tarragona. Adjust the direction of movement using the arrows that appear in the center of the screen. By turning the mouse wheel, you can zoom in or out on the image.