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24, 48 and 72 hours at Table1 Discover ••of Content 4-9 2 Dive into the Costa Daurada •• 10 3 Live PortAventura World ••• 12 4 Hail Caesar • 14 5 Follow the footsteps of the •• 16 6 Mediterranean architectures • 18 7 Sea lions and pirates •• 20 8 Miró’s corner • 22 9 Roads that talk about wine •• 24 10 Disconnect in Costa Daurada • 26 11 From the orchard to the market • 28 12 The charm of a haunted villa •• 30 13 Ora et labora •• 32 14 Viticulture heritage of the region •• 34 15 The footprint of prehistory ••• 36 16 The natural modernism of •• 38 17 The Cistercian Route •• 40 18 Map 42 • 24 hours • 48 hours • 72 hours Editted by: Patronat de Turisme de la Diputació de . Passeig Torroja, s/n. 43007 Tarragona Tel. (0034) 977 23 03 12 Texts and Project coordination: Vilaniu Comunicació Photographs: Patronat de Turisme de Salou, PortAventura World, Joan Capdevila/PTCD, Kàrting Vendrell, Museu de la Ràdio, Masia Castelló, Patronat de Turisme de Mont-roig Miami, Patronat de Turisme de Vila-seca Platja, FEHT, Lydia Plana , Ajuntament de Valls/Pere Toda, Adernats Printing: Anfigraf, S.A. The interior of the cloister of the monastery of Santes Creus Legal deposit: DL T 829-2019 © Jose Carlos León 1 hours24 hours48 We propose a walk around Salou to discover all its must-see places and enjoy a fabulous combination of beaches, architecture, history and memorable scenery.

The Jaume I promenade is a very special place, lined with palm trees and Modernist mansions dating from the early twentieth century. Discover © Rafael López-Monné Make sure you visit the church of Santa Maria del Mar, a relic of the guild system, with its beautiful murals; the Catalan Farmhouse, which recreates the Salou traditional rural farmhouses of ; and the old Carrilet Railway Station, the mode of transport used by the very first bathers in Salou. Be sure to visit Torre Vella, a fortified tower dating from If you enjoy peace and quiet and being surrounded by nature, we suggest a 1530 which used to protect the stroll through the City Park and along the coastal footpath as far as Salou’s townsfolk from the pirate attacks lighthouse for some truly picture-postcard scenery. of those times. Fall in love with the magic of the best locations in the capital of the Costa Daurada, and don’t forget to take a selfie with Salou’s giant letters, which you’ll find on the avenue of Jaume I and at Pilons. © Rafael López-Monné

On the breakwater jutting out to sea from the beach you’ll find the Monument to the Fisherman which commemorates the town’s seafaring past.

The Salou lighthouse has been showing vessels the way since 1858. Did you know? 5 © Rafael López-Monné hours24 hours48 Have you ever tried bathing in a pool of sand and salt water? In Lumine Mediterránea Beach & Golf Community, very close to Llarga beach in Salou, you can do this by dipping in pools where the different blues of the Mediterranean mix on the horizon as if it were an infinite water line.

In Salou, we invite you to discover the Coastal Path where you can see multiple colours bordering a spectacular coastline. The path will also take you to the lighthouse of Cap Salou, which has been giving light to sailors since 1858. Here there is a spectacular viewpoint, nestled by birds, from which you can see and capture breath-taking twilights. Don’t forget to share the photos! If there’s a magical place in Salou, this is Pilons. From here, And if you are looking for the magical moment to finish off your day, visit Salou’s the twilights are magical and Ornamentals Fountains, which give you a unique water and light show in the multicolour. Get a good position evenings (depending on the season). They include the Illuminated Fountain, the a little before the sun sets and oldest one; the Cybernetic Fountain, with a thousand nozzles and geysers and an immortalise the best sunsets. amazing light-and-music show; and the Labyrinth Fountain, where children will adore getting wet!

And to cool you off, how about some ice cream? In Salou, , Tarragona, Roda de Multicolour Berà... you can choose the best handmade ice cream parlours that make products following the traditional recipes with local © Jose Carlos León ingredients. They’re finger-licking! Salou has modernist villas along the city's fountainsSalou has had its impressive Ornamental Fountains since 2007 maritime facade, 7 hours24 hours48 Do you love the sun, sea and sand? Salou offers no fewer than nine beaches and coves of fine golden sand sloping gently into Romantic crystal-clear waters, ideal for enjoying an unforgettable summer holiday with the family, friends, or your partner. Our beaches moments range from the broad stretches of sand lining the promenade to the tiny, exquisitely beautiful coves of the Salou headland.

If you’re a lover of adrenaline-filled water sports, in Salou you’ll find all kinds of activities organized by the Costa Daurada Nautical Centre, such as stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, jet skis and more.

And to round off your stay, be sure to sample our local cuisine in the restaurants and beach bars, which will delight you with their Mediterranean creations. And don’t miss the main gastronomic events held in Salou all year round: the Sabor Salou Fair, the Gastrotour tapas route, the Nomad Festival food trucks, the Tapas Rally, and the Squid Gastronomic Festival.

Salou offers all kinds of playgrounds Discover the history of Salou and its most Feel the urge to shop? Salou boasts a wide and parks, and you’ll find some of the iconic locations on a tour in the Tourist and varied range of retail establishments. Get out most fun ones on and Llevant Train. Fancy joining us on the trip? You’ll find all kinds of stores in the town’s beaches; in summer, you’ll also find the different shopping areas: Ponent, Jaume I Children’s Beach Club here. Promenade and Llevant. into the sea! 9 2 hours24 hours48 Sixty beaches await you on the Costa Daurada so you can enjoy a unique summer. Let the finest sand slip through your fingers and enjoy the sea breeze while the sun caresses you as long as you want. And don’t forget to Discover , take a dip, because the waters of the Costa Daurada are warm, transparent Parc Sama Dive and become the best proposal for you to enjoy a fabulous summer. into the Costa Daurada In the heart of the Costa Daurada we suggest a stroll through the interior of Parc Samà, a paradise next to Cambrils that reminds us of the tropics. The extensive garden, with a forest, a lake and a mansion, presents an extraordinary botanical collection with many exotic species. In addition, the entire architectural complex is a mixture of modernism and romanticism.

Finally, we suggest that you visit the maritime façade of Cambrils. Stroll along its promenade, whet your appetite and take advantage of the fact that you are in the gastronomic capital of the Costa Daurada. You have a great opportunity to discover its great culinary offer, from the innovation of In the Parc Samà of Cambrils and also in some beaches of Michelin Star restaurants to the traditional seafood cuisine where oil and the Costa Daurada it is allowed fish are truly local. for you to take your dog

From North to South and from East Kayak, scuba diving, sport fishing with the The Romans also settled in Cambrils. to West or the other way around. family. The warm and calm waters of the Their Roman villa of La Llosa Whatever your route, in Cambrils, the Mediterranean allow you to enjoy a great preserves a site that you can now visit little train will take you all around the variety of nautical activities. La Estació through the dramatised guided tours - village. Follow the yellow silhouette of Nàutica makes it easy for you and offers you’re sure to like them! the little train and discover the most different proposals for you to give free rein More than 60 beaches await you on the Costa Daurada beautiful corners of the city. to all your maritime passions. 11 © Jose Carlos León 3 Live hours24 hours48 hours72 Are you ready? Let’s go! One, two, three and even eight loopings in a Dragon Kahn car at 110 kilometres per hour! Can you imagine, or don’t you know PortAventura World yet? PortAventura Do you want to discover a fantasy world? We invite you to get on the train at SésamoAventura station for a unique experience at PortAventura World. The little ones will have a great time in the fun Waikiki chairs that twirl sinuously in World! the blue sky of the Costa Daurada. If you are passionate about speed and your heart speeds up as soon as you hear If you’re a motor enthusiast, all an engine roar, at Ferrari Land you’ll find your natural habitat and you’ll enjoy you have to do is choose between your enthusiasm for an engine’s cylinders to the fullest. Visit the Red Force, an electric motor or a combustion which propels you at 180 kilometres per hour in... five seconds! Impressive, motor. Release adrenaline by driving isn’t it? But if you really want to run out of breath, we challenge you to a go-kart that you will find in the two overcome the freefall from the Thrill Towers. , go-karts circuits in Salou. Sesamo Aventura for the little ones

Want to freshen up? You can choose between the long, fine sandy beaches of the Costa Daurada or unwind in a quieter cove, where the pines seem to want to penetrate the warm waters Maximum speed, rampant passions of the Mediterranean. You can also enjoy a refreshing and fun summer at PortAventura World is the ideal setting for a PortAventura Caribe Aquatic Park. great family vacation Up to eight loopings on the Dragon Kahn! 13 © PortAventura World © PortAventura 4 hours48 From the Ferreres aqueduct, popularly known as the Pont del Diable (Devil’s Bridge), you can get an idea of the immensity of the Roman Empire. The infrastructure, made up of 25 arches, allowed the water to reach the capital, .

Hail In the upper part of the city, where the historic centre is located, you can follow in the footsteps of the Roman sentries along the ancient wall, which has more than two thousand years of history. You can also visit the amphitheatre where the blue of the Caesar! GR-92: Leaving Miracle beach we invite Mediterranean gives colour to the space that hosted the fights you to discover the maritime façade of between gladiators. If you pay attention, you might hear the crowd Tarraco along the “camí de ronda”, a path crying out, “vita! or “morte! On the other hand, if you descend that borders the coast and enters the “Bosc into the insides of the and go through its majestic de la Marquesa” to introduce you, one by arches, the echo that is still retained on its walls is that of the one, to the different beaches and coves that aurigas (slaves) that led the bigas and chariots at full speed Tarragona has. If you like the sea, follow the towards victory. coast in a kayak. And from the underground to the heights. On the terrace of the Torre de Pilats, in the Roman Praetorium, you will enjoy a unique view of the city, practically from a bird’s eye view.

Tradition has it that touching wood serves to chase away bad luck. In Tarragona, the expression “tocar ferro”, to touch the iron of the railing of the Balcó del Mediterrani, means your express desire to return another day to our city. Come to " tocar ferro" Tarraco, World Heritage Site

In the Part Alta you will find many restau- rants, bars and other places integrated in buildings full of stories. Locals that have taken advantage of the vaults and other elements of the Roman circus of Tarraco, Expand but also Gothic arches or other traces of the this history of the city. Here you will discover experience squares and piazzas with a heart of their with own that beats in every corner. Choose the 25 arches 6that show the grandiosity of the Pont del Diable menu you like best! Els Munts Anphitheatre Circus Vaults of the circus and praetorium 15 © Jose Carlos León 5 hours24 hours48 Plini, Polibi or Titus Livi were the Greek and Roman writers and historians who spoke of the Iberians who inhabited the Costa Daurada between the 6th and 1st centuries AD. If you are interested in knowing how they lived and what they did, Follow the footsteps we suggest you visit Ciutadella Ibérica of , the town overlooking the sea where the Iberians lived, protected by a great fortification. The Ciutadella (citadel) has been rebuilt in recent years and now allows you to see and understand what the Iberians’ houses were like, their defence towers or the tools they used to work of the Iberians or cook. Near Calafell you will find , a city where music is the main protagonist. Here, on the seafront, on the beach of Sant Salvador, is the summer house built by the musician Pau Casals. To visit it is to travel through the memory of the genius and master.

Don’t forget to taste the wines and vinegars offered by Avgvstus wineries. Train your sense of smell and enjoy the grapes that, once vinified, have captured all the essence of the Mediterranean. Try them and they will captivate you. Enjoy with 'the little ones'!

By the sea, all year round, you will Pau Casals’ father was an organist and pianist The ‘riuet’ (stream) has always been be able to practice ‘Nordic walking’, in El Vendrell. Inside the church of this town the a precious place for recovering one’s a sport that arrived on the Costa baroque organ played by the master’s father is health. The thermal waters that Expand Daurada to stay and that in the Baix preserved. Discover the Paisatge dels Genis, with emanate in this area, on the sea this Penedès has a very varied offer. the legacy of Pau Casals, in El Vendrell; Antoni shores, are ideal to treat joint pains, experience with Gaudí, in Reus; Joan Miró, in Mont-roig del Camp; rheumatism and skin pathologies and Pablo Picasso, in - the such as psoriasis. In Ciutadella8 Ibérica you can see the old constructions of the Iberians latter in Terres de l’Ebre. 17 © Jose Carlos León 63 hours24 The beaches of Calafell, Segur de Calafell and Estany-Mas Mel make up the magical space of Calafell’s maritime façade... up to five kilometres long! So, we propose you to start the Mediterranean day enjoying a unique natural environment with multiple benefits for your health. Because the water in this area of the Mediterranean contains up to five times more iodine than normal. In addition, here in Calafell you will find the Biberó beach, which owes its name to Architectures the tranquillity of its waters and the softness of the slopes when you enter the sea. At lunch time, in Passeig Marítim of Calafell you will find tasty proposals with restaurants that prepare authentic feasts overlooking the sea. If you like rice, in Calafell you must taste its famous “arrossejat”, a fisherman’s dish. The freshly caught fish matches perfectly Via' Escape to the Vendrell, get with the best rice of the Delta. Augusta adrenaline in the Vendrell Karting The old Before dusk, escape to Roc de Sant Gaietà, a small fishing village created between 1964 and enjoy a unique experience with passes through the Baix your friends. By the sea, you will find and 1972 in Roda de Berà, where you will find an architectural mix with allegorical Penedès, the main Roman road the Masia Blanca marine reserve, elements of Romanesque, Gothic and also Mudejar. connecting Cadiz with the Pyrenees... an ideal setting to discover the and Rome. Today, some of the sections Mediterranean ecosystem. of the N-340 road run above the Via Augusta. In Roda de Berà you have to visit the arch that receives the name of the town.

Six kilometres from Tarragona, and next to the Via Augusta, you will find the . You can also visit the Roman villa of Els Munts, the amphitheatre or Centcelles. All of Did you know that the Radio Museum them form part of the architectural in Roda de Berà has more than 400 ensemble of the Roman Tarraco, Expand transmitters, from the end of the 19th declared a World Heritage Site by this UNESCO. experience century to the present day? This is the with private collection of the journalist Luis 3 del Olmo, which you can visit at the Walk inside the Roc de Sant Gaietà and Centre Cívic La Roca Foradada, in Roda discover different architectural elements de Berà. 19 © Jose Carlos León 7 hours24 hours48 In Hospitalet de l’Infant and Vall de Llors you don’t have to choose between sea and mountain because you have everything. If you are looking for authentic emotions, we suggest the underwater route that will take you to the Llop Marí (sea lion) cave. You An oil Sea lions can access it by paddle surf, kayak, surf, rowing or, if you are ready, swimming. It is said that a sea lion lived inside the cave, although now you can visit it in complete tasting? tranquillity. At the back of the room there is a small cove, which is beautiful.

Hospitalet also has five population centres: Vandellòs, Masboquera and Masriudoms, in the interior, and Hospitalet de l’Infant and Almadrava, by the sea. The promenade is and pirates spectacular, with its white houses that turn this place into a beautiful postcard. Oh! And you have to go up to the viewpoint of the Turó del and discover the Centre d’Interpretació de l’Oli, where you can see how the old mill worked and how it was used by the farmers.

The Torn beach is an authentic Escape to Masia Castelló, a group of If you’re a good sailor and a better wonder situated in a natural setting of abandoned houses that has been recovered gourmet, you’re sure to like tuna. In extraordinary beauty. The beach, 1,600 thanks to the help of a group of members Hospitalet de l’Infant and Vall de Llors, meters long, is naturist and among the of an association. During the Christmas every year between May and June, the natural values that you can find, the sea festivities, in Masía Castelló a crib is set Tuna Gastronomic Days are held. The lily stands out. If you’re lucky, you might up showing old trades such as charcoal- best proposal to taste a thousand and one

© Jose Carlos León see the golden eagle fly. making. And the last weekend of August, dishes of this excellent blue fish. come to the festival Rustik. The interior of the Llop Marí cave is a real gem 21 8 hours24 It is said that Joan Miró arrived in Mont-roig del Camp to be cured of an illness. And it really was like that. As a result of this, the artist created a special bond that he later transferred to all his works. Miró’s emotional landscape is the Mas d’en Ferratges, a house built by the Marquises of Mont-roig del Camp and passed into the hands of the Miró family. Now you can visit it and stroll through its garden, where the eucalyptus trees are majestic. Or go into the workshop or studio where Miró created some , of his great works. Miro's In addition, you can complete your discovery of the artist’s universe with the landscape that most impressed him, with an excursion to the Corner hermitage of La Verge de la Roca, which presides over a large rock of eroded and reddish sandstone located almost three hundred metres above sea level. When you see it, it will surely impress you, as it did with Joan Miró.

The Costa Daurada also preserves the footprints of other famous artists: The hermitage of La Verge de in El Vendrell you will find the legacy of Pau Casals; in Reus, that of la Roca you will also find the Antoni Gaudí; and in Horta de San Joan -in Terres de l’Ebre-, that of A place hospedería -with five rooms- Pablo Picasso. You can discover everything by following the route of the and a restaurant. Landscape of the Geniuses. to walk!

Mont-roig del Camp and Miami Platja Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed the Mont-roig del Mont-roig del Camp celebrates the Expand have 12 kilometres of seafront spread Camp golf course, which tests players with 18 holes gastronomic days of octopus every this over four beaches and nine coves. along the six-kilometre course, with spectacular views June. In the bakeries of the village experience Would you like a dip? of the Mediterranean. If you accept the challenge, you will find the famous Mont- with Club Bonmont Terres Noves also has a restaurant that Rogetes, tasty biscuits made with To visit Mas5 Miró is to discover Joan Miró delights the most demanding gourmets. carob flour. 23 © Jose Carlos León 9 hours24 hours48 In the Priorat, most roads smell of wine. A wine that is the fruit of a unique land, which for more than a thousand years has been cultivating vines that produce, in spite of the harsh weather and geological conditions, excellent grapes. On foot or by car, discovering the Priorat is a unique experience, with winding mountains where the vines struggle to remain standing and produce grapes of high alcohol content and Roads that talk unique characteristics.

Gratallops, Bellmunt, Escala Dei, , , , , about wine , and Vilella Alta, los Masos de Falset or las Solanes del Molar are the wine villages of the DOQ Priorat, with cellars open to the Near Falset is , a village public where you can taste intense black and spectacular white wines. that preserves the archaeological site of Puig Roig, situated on top Book a visit to discover the Carthusian Monastery of Scala Dei, located at the foot of a hill with extraordinary views of of the Montsant mountain range, the only Natural Park on the Costa Daurada that the River and the Montsant offers paths full of symbolism, with hermitages to be discovered, breath-taking cliffs, Natural Park. The site, which is at ravines and spectacular gorges. Are you coming to discover them? a crossroads, is one of the oldest in Catalonia and also one of the best preserved.

In , for its part, you will find the Museu de les Mines. The Priorat has the European charter You can go down to the old galleries that were used to extract lead and for sustainableDon’t say tourismgoodbye to the Priorat without

© Jose Carlos León contemplate the old colony where following the route of the Porrera sundials. the miners who came from different Here you will find up to fourteen sundials, In Priorat, the wineries offer you the chance to taste their wines. You will love them! parts of the geography lived. most of them from the 19th century. 25 10 hours24 Do you want to disconnect and get rid of stress? Look no further. One of the best proposals we can offer you is to relax while the pressurised water wins the battle against stress. Close your eyes Disconnect and leave your mind blank.

In Vila-seca La Pineda Platja, water is synonymous with in Costa Daurada relaxation. Here you will find two spaces, the Aquum Spa & Wellnes and the Spalas Spa and Wellness, that have been designed to make you enjoy in contact with water: from the steam of saunas to beds or jets at different temperatures. What At Christmas, one of the great are you waiting for? attractions of Vila-seca La Pineda Playa is the Belén de Arena (sand And to round off a full day of health, we suggest you visit the nativity), which every year since 1999, Sèquia Major. For this reason, from August to February, when is performed by international guest birds do not nest, the guided visit to this space, built from the artists. And for San Antonio, don’t miss 17th century onwards, becomes a unique experience to see the the horse races, an exciting experience different birds that make a stop along the way looking for wet within the framework of the Sant Antoni meadows and ponds. Pay attention, but don’t make a noise. Cós festivities, which have been held since 1876. A bath? Would you like to sunbathe on the beach of La Pineda? The pines designed by Javier Mariscal are... Spectacular! In Vila-seca La Pineda Platja you will also find Aquopolis, a water park that offers you many proposals to refresh and have fun.

The marinade, the sun and the terroir of the vineyards of Vila-seca La Pineda Platja give their wines a very special, very Mediterranean touch. Taste them at Vinyes del Terrer and Clos Barenys. © Jose Carlos León

From August to February, when the birds do not nest, you can visit the Sèquia Major Visits to the Sèquia Major are by appointment. You have to book them by calling +34 977390362 27 11 hours24 The Plaça del Fòrum, in Tarragona, wakes up every Saturday around six o’clock in the morning. At that time the farmers from arrive to set up their stalls with the best of each season. The heart of the Upper Part of the city - the historic centre - is an anthill of people who come and go, pulling their shopping carts. Here, local citizens and tourists share scenes in a unique space, loaded with heritage and culture.

If you like markets, sign up to visit on Sunday the esplanade that joins the districts of Bonavista and Campclar. You will find everything: clothes, footwear, leather goods, costume jewellery, household goods, food, flowers and much more. We recommend you to take advantage of your stay in Bonavista to make an incursion to some of the best tapas bars in the city: bravas, croquets, anchovies, octopus, cuttlefish ... Do we whet your appetite?

Don’t leave Tarragona without visiting its cathedral. During the tour, keep your eyes open. Did you know that this gothic jewel has up to three thousand inscriptions of the letter Tau on its walls? It belongs to the Greek alphabet and the letter is associated with Santa Tecla, patron saint of the people of Tarragona. In the subsoil of the temple are preserved the Did you remains of the ancient temple dedicated to Caesar . You can also climb the bell tower, get to know some details of the nineteen bells and admire “La Capona”, the bell In the cathedralKnow of ?Tarragona, that stands out and that has a special protagonism. Since 1509 it gives the hours to the bells have been placed from people from Tarragona. 1250 to 1867.

From the orchard From the upper part of the city, to the Following the market route, don’t miss In the Costa Daurada you will always lower part. Come to Serrallo, the fishing Tarragona’s Central Market, a modernist find a moment to stop and enjoy good district of Tarragona, and savour the best jewel where you can eat and buy the tapas paired with artisan beers. We proposals of the fishermen’s cuisine. best ingredients of the Mediterranean recommend it! Every Saturday the Plaza del Fòrum becomes a bigto market the market cuisine. 29 © Jose Carlos León 12 hours24 hours48 The charm of a They say that the historic centre of is a magical, haunted place. It has also been perfectly preserved since the 18th century. Visit it! Inside you will discover stately homes with and Baroque façades and its castle.

haunted villa The Lighthouse opens its doors for you to enjoy a very different perspective of the Costa Daurada and capture magical snapshots. It rises 58 metres above sea level and its light can be seen from 20 miles away.

If you like to follow in the footsteps If you like nature in its pure state, we recommend the beach of Els of history, follow the route of the Muntanyans, a unique paradise of two kilometres. It is a haven of peace for Gaià castles that were built following birds and many protected plant species. In Torredembarra you will also find the course of the river. In the Catllar a historic centre of great beauty, with unique monuments such as the current there is an interpretation centre Town Hall, which is a jewel of the Renaissance. where you will be able to discover stories that were the protagonists of nobles and knights.

The Roman villa of Els Munts, in Altafulla, preserves some of the treasures built by its residents. Follow the remains of the fountain and cistern that were built by order of Caius Natural therapies to heal the body Valerius Avitus and his wife Faustina. There and mind. In Hort de la Sínia they are theatrical visits. offer you healthy treatments. The space is also ideal for spending the On the banks of the Muntanyans beach you

© Jose Carlos León day in a unique natural environment. can enjoy a unique natural environment, and at the top of the Torredembarra lighthouse Visit Altafulla and discover its secrets you can see postcard sunsets. 31 13 hours24 hours48

The monasteries of the Cistercian Route are full of stories of kings and In Poblet thirty monks queens, but also of abbots and monks who during the Middle Ages took live together according on a special role in the history of the country. Their influence and the to the rule of Saint royal support they received led to the construction of monasteries, with Benedict large rooms that are true jewels of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Did you The Monastery of Santa María de Poblet, which is inhabited by some thirty monks, stands majestically at the foot of the . Know? It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and preserves the same structure as when it was built. Inside the church, the royal tombs of the Catalan monarchs are preserved. The dormitories of the monks or the cloister will surely amaze you. Next to the monastery, you will find the Bosc de Poblet, a natural jewel historically guarded by the monks and Ora that now invites you to discover it through its trails and paths. et Santes Creus is also a unique monastery. Of all its monastic complex, the most exceptional place is the Gothic cloister, the work of Reinard Escape to and discover the sanctuary that des Fonoll. Here you will find sculpted birds, mermaids, warriors and built in homage to the Virgin of even musicians. The set preserves inside the church the tomb of Pere Montserrat. It is a modernist jewel in the shape of a labora the Great. boat, oriented towards the Catalan sacred mountain.

Valls is the starting point of the human In Montblanc, the wall closes off a villa Santes Creus is one of the crown jewels. Expand castles. Visit the Plaça del Blat and discover that is an architectural jewel of the Middle The monastery has two cloisters, the this the place where this unique tradition was Ages. Churches and palaces are hidden church, which is a royal pantheon, and experience with born. And next to this magical place, you among narrow streets full of history that a monastic complex that, since the will find Món Casteller, the museum of the you can admire, from a bird’s eye view, as confiscation, has been inhabited by the A wall still17 preserves part of the monastic complex ‘castellers’ (human towers), who are also you walk along the wall’s patrol path. villagers. 33 Intangible World Heritage. © Jose Carlos León 14 hours24 hours48 In Priorat, the history of the vineyard is a thousand years old, and in Falset the Viticulture cooperative opened its doors a little over a hundred years ago. Therefore, when you discover its past and the way they work, you will be able to do so following in the footsteps left by the modernist architect Cèsar Martinell.

heritage of In addition to wine, the Falset cooperative also produces vermouths, sweet wines and rancid wines. But Blai, an employee of the cooperative who is in charge of accompanying you during the theatrical visit to the winery, will explain this to you better. When you say goodbye, stop by the agro-shop where you will find a large the Priorat selection of wines, oils and other products grown in Priorat. Between Falset and Móra d’Ebre the landscape of wine is transformed And if your appetite has been whetted, in Falset you can taste the ‘truita amb suc’ to give you a sea of olive trees. The (omelette in juice), one of the jewels of the traditional local and regional cuisine. region Molí de offers tastings and guided tours that must be booked one day in advance. The typical Priorat grape varieties are Did you Grenache and Cariñena Know?

The mountains of the Parc Natural del Montsant, give you a thousand and one climbing routes. Enjoy a unique territory! And in Capçanes, visit the cave paintings declared a World Heritage Site.

The richness of the soil and the climate of the Costa Daurada make it one of the territories with the most designations of Discover the interior of the modernist cooperative of Falset origin (DO). Discover and enjoy its unique wines and cavas. Discover and enjoy! 35 © Jose Carlos León 15 hours24 hours48 hours72 In Rojals, the highest village on the Costa Daurada, caves and shelters hide prehistoric cave jewels. They are animals and human representations painted some 10,000 years ago. Just getting to them is quite a discovery. The Montblanc Tourist Office offers guided routes to one of the most unique places The footprint in the Muntanyes de Prades. The mountains of the Costa Daurada are a paradise to discover. We invite you to follow the trails and paths that link original villages such as Prades, known as the red city and which preserves unique walls from its medieval past. Escape also to where the roads are rich in water, as this is where the springs of Prehistory of the river Brugent are born. And don’t forget to stop by and visit Escornalbou Castle. Promoted by Alfonso I between the 12th and 13th centuries, throughout its history it has been inhabited by Augustinian and Franciscan monks, as well as by private individuals. From this place, which preserves the house of its last owner, Eduard Toda, you will enjoy an excellent viewpoint of the Costa Daurada.

Another recommended excursion is to the Riudecanyes reservoir. With more than a century of history, it is ideal for long walks. Enjoy the experience!

Do you want to know how people lived Walking along trails and paths that have been used The Coves de l’Espluga de Francolí in the Espluga de Francolí, a century for centuries. Stop at a winery to taste its wine. served as a shelter for the first ago? What tools did farmers use or what Experiencing a romantic getaway or savouring the inhabitants of this territory. Your colour did a bride wear? Don’t miss a most authentic indoor cuisine are some of the visit today is a walk through

© Jose Carlos León visit to the Museu de la Vida Rural, an experiences we offer you in the Muntanyes de la history, discovering the tools and open door to life in the countryside. It Costa Daurada, an ideal destination to be enjoyed archaeological finds that have taken Visits to the cave paintings can only be made with the guides of the Montblanc Tourist Office will surprise you! with the whole family. place over the years. 37 16 hours24 hours48 “Originality consists in going back to the origin,” Gaudí said. For this reason, his passion for nature made the return to the origin go through the design of spectacular modernist jewels, where the natural essence was present in almost all his works.

In Reus, modernism is the DNA of the city. We invite you to take the modernist route and discover the façades of up to 29 buildings that preserve this artistic seal. Nature and The route will also take you to know a vital city, with a great commercial activity. If you want to complete the route, don’t forget to visit the , an open psychiatric hospital so that you can get to know the Pavelló dels Distingits, which the architect Lluís Domènech i Muntaner designed for the sick who belonged to the more Monterols and Llovera streets or the affluent classes. alleys inside the Tomb of Ravals modernism in Reus are a great commercial The Gaudí Centre, in Plaça Mercadal, is the best proposal to learn about the origins showcase, with shops located of modernism and understand what fascinated architects who wanted to create in historic modernist buildings. buildings as beautiful as nature itself. Shopping in Reus is a real pleasure!

If you want to follow the modernist legacy of the Costa Daurada, we suggest a getaway to L’Arboç. Only Expand this in Major Street can you delight and Reus – – LondonThe phrase Reus - Paris - reminds us of the economic experience admire numerous properties with an bonanza of Reus in the 18th and 19th centuries, when the powerful and with impressive legacy. brandy industry meant that, as was the case in London and Paris, the Discover the5 inside8 of the Institut Pere Mata. It’s fascinating! fluctuation of the price of these drinks was also decided in Reus. 39 © Jose Carlos León 17 hours24 hours48 The monastery of Santes Creus was founded more than 850 years The Cistercian ago. It was first located in Valldaura, near , and then in Aiguamúrcia, a few metres from the river Gaià, in the interior of the Costa Daurada. The final space chosen was a magical place, which captivated kings, abbots and also the nobles of the Middle Ages. footprint Santes Creus is a jewel. Its cloister was the first of Gothic style in the Crown of and for centuries it was inhabited by the During the month of August, the Cistercian monks. Since the confiscation in 1835, the houses sweet white onion is planted. This is surrounding the monastery, in the Plaza Bernat Calbó, have been the beginning of the second cycle of occupied by the residents of Aiguamúrcia and now you will find the crop that will give us the typical artisans who offer you souvenirs of a unique site. Don’t forget to ‘calçots’ from November to April. Valls visit the temple, where the remains of monarchs such as Pere el is the city where this gastronomic Gran, Jaume II or Blanca d’Anjou rest. tradition was born which, year after year, gives you spectacular feasts. And if you want to follow in the footsteps of the Cistercian monks, you can also go down to the alameda, which for centuries was a place of rest and meditation. Now it is a unique and protected natural space, with a large grove in which elms, poplars, chestnut trees, almond or banana trees share the same space. Some of them are up to thirty metres high!

And closer to the coast, we suggest an escape to , where you will find a beautiful modernist winery. The visit commemo- rates the exploits of the villagers, who came together a little over ? a century ago to turn the project of the architect César Martinell Have you tried the "calcot", bread into a reality. Jordi Gasque is the baker of Nulles. During the ‘calçotades’ period, he makes a calçot bread that is Since then it has rained a lot, but in Nulles they have continued simply... spectacular! Also try their organic breads or to work with a lot of tenacity and care to produce some of the best chocolate bread with orange. They’re delicious! cavas of the Costa Daurada as well as extraordinary white and red It is said that in Valls the years go by wines. You will be able to taste them while you discover this jewel ten by ten. The city’s festive calendar is of modernism, which was designed so that the aesthetics would marked by the Decennals de la Mare de be functional as well. Déu de la Candela festivities, which are celebrated in years ending in 1. Here the ‘’ (human castles) were born, more than two centuries ago. Visit Valls and you will discover the essence of a genuine tradition. In the Plaça del Blat, epicentre of the great ‘castelleres’ days, you will also find the entrance The cloister of Santes Creus is one of the jewels of the monastery door to the Casteller Museum. 41 © Jose Carlos León mapa viu CD.pdf 1 15/1/19 16:19

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