Redaktionens valg for Catalonien

Editor's Choice: Catalonia

This collection spans Catalonia’s cultural and architectural landscape, from Salvador Dalí’s surrealist theater-museum in Figueres to the Romanesque monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants in Girona. It includes the medieval Torre de les Hores in Pals and the ancient Girona City Walls, which offer views over the Onyar River. The list also features the Tomàs Mallol film collection at the Cinema Museum, regional dining at Le Bistrot, the neo-Gothic Sacred Heart church on Tibidabo, and the turquoise waters of Aiguablava Beach.

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Expiatory Church of the Sacred Heart

Historic Catholic basilica known for its neo-Gothic and modernisme architecture, featuring panoramic views of the city.

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B

Dalí Theatre-Museum

A former theater in Dalí's hometown was rebuilt by him and since 1974 has been operating as his museum.

José Luis Filpo Cabana / CC BY 3.0

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Sant Pere de Galligants Archaeological Museum

The museum is a housed in a serene Benedictine monastery dating back to 992.

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Torre de les Hores

Romanesque circular tower dating to the 11th century. It is the primary remaining structure of the medieval castle of Pals and serves as a viewpoint over the Empordà plain.

Michel Lefrancq (www.lefrancq.be) / CC-BY-SA-3.0

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Girona City Walls

Walkable stone fortifications dating from the Roman period to the 14th century. The elevated path features several watchtowers and provides panoramic views of Girona’s historic center and the Pyrenees.

Andrea Ramirez / CC-BY-SA

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Cinema Museum

The Cinema Museum - Tomàs Mallol Collection is a museum dedicated to the world of film and moving images.

Miquel Àngel Patiño / CC BY-SA 4.0

G

Aiguablava Beach

Aigua Blava is a small bay on the Costa Brava, Girona, Catalonia near Begur and Palafrugell with a small beach and a few mainly seafood…

Enfo / CC BY-SA 4.0

H

Le Bistrot

Traditional restaurant located on the historic stone steps of Pujada de Sant Domènec. It specializes in regional Catalan cuisine and is noted for its terrace in one of Girona's most photographed locations.