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A Day Trip to Pals from Barcelona: A Charming Medieval Village on the Costa Brava

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Perched on a hilltop,  Pals  ⭐was built around a fortress and has kept its medieval look so well that a visit to Pals is like travelling back in time.  Its surroundings include unspoiled beaches, dunes, wetlands and rice fields―all part of a natural park.  It may worth a visit on your next  Costa Brava  holiday. The Gothic Quarter of the town has been substantially restored and there are cobbled streets interrupted by semicircular arches, façades with pointed arched windows and stone balconies. [3]  The town wall contains four square towers which date from the 4th century. The  Mirador d'en Josep Pla  viewpoint, the Plaça Major, the tombs in the Carrer Major and the Romanesque church of Sant Pere are other features of the town. [2] Strong wind blew flags into irregular shapes  Weather In Pals, the summers are short, warm, humid, dry, and mostly clear and the winters are long, cold, windy, and partly cloudy. Over the ...

Calella de Palafrugell: A Mediterranean Paradise

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Nestled along the stunning  Costa Brava  coastline,  Calella de Palafrugell  ⭐⭐is a picturesque town known for its whitewashed houses, rocky coves, and charming beaches. As part of the municipality of  Palafrugell  in Girona, Spain, Calella offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city. Despite its popularity,  Calella  has managed to retain its quaint and intimate atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy strolling through the narrow streets, swimming in the crystal-clear waters, or simply relaxing on the beach. Photo Gallery On December 20, 2019, we embarked on a  full-day tour  to explore Girona and  Costa Brava , departing from  Barcelona . This tour, organized by  Explore Catalunya , included visits to three stunning locations:  Pals Calella de Palafrugell Girona Our journey began in  Barcelona  under rainy skies. Due to the weather, our tour guide decided to head to  Pals  first. By the time w...