Girona is often called the "Immortal City", as its fortress withstood 25 major sieges and seizures. Thanks to these fortress walls, she became famous. You can easily walk on them, and almost completely see the Old City from a height. To the north of Girona, in the town of Figueres, is one of the most visited museums in Spain - the Salvador Dali theater museum.
How to get to Girona?
From Barcelona to Girona - an hour by train. Figueras is on the same railway line, the distances between cities are easily overcome in 15-20 minutes, so tourists often purchase tickets on the route Barcelona - Figueres - Girona - Barcelona.
Climate
Clearly +17 ° С in the afternoon +6 ° С at night ° С water |
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Overcast, light rain +12 ° С in the day +10 ° С at night ° С water |
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In the vicinity of Plaza Catalunya and Rambla, hotels focused on those who come to the city "on business" - with conference rooms and other services are concentrated. And tourists are waiting in hotels near major attractions and in the historical center.
Book popular hotels in Girona at the best prices
| DoubleTree by Hilton Girona from 3 998 rubles Girona Mossèn Joan Pons, 1 | Hotel Gran Ultonia from 4 136 rubles Girona Avda Jaume I, 22 | Ciutat de Girona from 4 549 rubles Girona Nord, 2 |
| Hotel Ultonia from 3 240 rubles Girona Avda Jaume I, 22 | Peninsular from 2,688 rubles Girona Avenida San Francesc, 6 | Hotel Costabella from 2 619 rubles Girona Avenida Francia, 61 |
| Hotel Margarit from 2 550 rubles Girona Ultònia, 1 | Hotel Europa from 2 482 rubles Girona Juli Garreta, 23 | Ibis Girona from 3,377 rubles Girona Francesc Ferrer, 16-18 |
Entertainment, excursions and attractions of Girona
The historical center of Girona is in the eastern part of this beautiful Catalan town. Landmark - the river Onyar. It is she who divides the capital of the same province into modern quarters and the medieval Old Town. From here one of the most picturesque views of Girona also opens. The colorful houses that adorn the embankment are a heritage of the 17th century and a visiting card of the city. They have been repeatedly rebuilt, but they have not lost their charm.
Another local attraction is connected with the river - the Plaza Catalunya, located near Pont de Pedra (Stone Bridge). Unlike the usual areas of the squares, this one looks like a very wide bridge and connects two banks. Most excursions around the old part of Girona start from it. And near the Stone Bridge is often arranged flea mini market, where you can find homemade jewelry and just interesting souvenirs.
Churches and cathedrals
The main Girona masterpiece is the Cathedral, the construction of which was started in the 14th century on the site of an ancient burial vault and lasted several centuries. The mixture of styles: Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque and a giant staircase - its distinctive features. It is believed that the one who, climbing the stairs, will count an even number of steps, - the righteous, the odd one - the sinner.
Another representative of religious architecture deserving special attention is the Church of Sant Feliu, or, in translation, Saint Philip .Despite quite late in time for the enthusiasm of Gothic construction (14th century), the temple was made in this style .The place for the construction was chosen not by chance .The patrons of the city, Saint Philip and Saint Narcís, were buried exactly under the church building .The legend associated with Saint Narcissus is one of the most important in the urban mythology of Girona..According to legend, flies that flew from the grave of the saint and bitten enemies, saved the population from the invaders .Until now, the flies of San Narcissa - the most popular local souvenir .
- Unearth at the flea market near Kamenny Bridge something like that.
- Count an even number of steps on the stairs of the Cathedral.
- Buy a couple of dozen flies - for souvenirs.
- Admire the magnificent tapestry "Creation of the World" in the Cathedral Museum.
- View the Old City from the fortress walls.
Arab baths and fortress walls
Girona, as well as many other Spanish cities, keeps traces of centuries-old cultural mixing .Here it is noticeable thanks to two attractions: the Jewish Quarter and the Arab Baths .The fact is that up to the 15th century the largest Jewish community in Catalonia was located here .After the adoption of Catholicism by Spanish monarchs, all those who did not want to change their faith were expelled, but unlike other quarters, Girona managed to preserve not only the medieval charm and the special atmosphere of the ancient settlement, but also the architecture of .Local kabbalistic school was considered one of the strongest $ $ .Arab baths are not really Arabic at all .They are just an imitation of medieval Muslim baths .This building was erected in the 12th-13th centuries .
The last in the list of mandatory attractions to visit are the fortress walls, built during the time of the ancient Romans .The walls go around the entire historical center of Girona, ending at Plaza Catalunya .They offer an excellent view of the city .Next to this defensive fortification is one of the first, built in the Gothic style, the monasteries of Catalonia San Domenez .Today, not church ministers live inside the monastery, but students .University of Girona has chosen as his home former cells of monks .
Museums of Girona
There are not many museums in the city. It is worth visiting the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Cinema. Also in the city there is the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of the History of the City with the mummies of Capuchin monks and the Museum of Jewish History of Girona. It is worth finding the Cathedral Museum with a tapestry "The Creation of the World."
Museum of Fine Arts. The schedule of work: from May to September from 10:00 to 19:00, from October to April from 10:00 to 18:00. On Sunday and on holidays from 10:00 to 14:00. On Mondays, 1 and 6 January, 25 and 26 December - closed.
Archaeological Museum. Schedule: from June 1 to September 30 from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:30 to 13:30 and from 16:00 to 19:00. On Sunday and on holidays from 10:00 to 14:00. From 1 October to 31 May from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 18:00. Closed on Mondays. The cost of admission is 2.30 EUR. Teens from 16 to 18 years old - 1.60 EUR. Children under 16 years - free.
Museum of the history of the city. Working hours: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 14:00 and from 17:00 to 19:00. On Sunday and on holidays from 10:00 to 14:00. 1 and 6 January, 25 and 26 December - closed. The admission ticket costs 3 EUR. Children under 16 years - free.
Museum of the History of the Jews of Girona. Schedule: from July to August from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00; on Sunday and on holidays from 10:00 to 14:00. From September to July from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00. Monday, Sunday and on holidays from 10:00 to 14:00. 1 and 6 January, 25 and 26 December - closed. The admission ticket costs 2 EUR. Children under 16 years - free.
Ticket price and schedule are indicated in August 2011. Photos of Girona (10)