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Newest Review: ... only a few minutes after docking their boats. The district has some of the best fish restaurant in the area. If you prefer to sunbathe rather than sightsee then you will not be disappointed as there are lots of nice beaches in the area. If you want to venture further afield but without going too far, Salou is only few miles from Tarragona. Be warned this is a very touristy destination and the beach can hardly be seen for rows and rows of sunbeds. However, it is very close to Universal's Port Aventura theme park if you want a rest from culture and history and want just a fun day out.... more

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Tarragona - A not so well known Spanish city (450 words)
by - written on 13/10/08 (Very useful, 41 readings)
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Tarragona is a city on the east coast of Spain. The nearest airport is Reus, approximately 20 minutes away, however a lot of visitors to the region prefer to fly into Barcelona which is only about 100 kilometres to the north. Tarragona is a city steeped in history. It has some of the best preserved Roman ruins in Spain, including an amphitheatre, which is worth a visit. The main street is called La Rambla Nova and it connects the old district to the new. As this street is positioned high over the town, you have a wonderful view of the harbour and sea beyond. The only down side of this view is the railway station and tracks that are between you and the ... Read the complete review