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Interspersing these contemporary blots on the sun-drenched horizon is the quaint fishing town Cirilus and the medieval monasteries of Santes Creus and Scala Dei. Head to the long, wide beaches of Ebro Delta to see bodies as beautiful as the golden sands they lie on. And if roller coasters aren’t your thing, check out one of the many vineyards for an experience just as intoxicating…

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Costa Dorada History

• Torre Vella – Constructed in 1530, this military tower’s main purpose was to protect inhabitants from mercenary attacks.
• El Vendrell – This cosy little town has always been a melting pot of culture, music and art.
• Tarrgona Cathedral – A beautiful, 12th-century gothic cathedral.
• Pont de les Ferreres – This legendary aqueduct is said to have been built by the Ruler of the Underworld himself.
• Monasteries of Poblet & Santes Creus – These historical Costa Dorada monasteries are a must-see for those with an interest in the local religions and traditions.

Costa Dorada Art & Culture

• Museu del Port de Tarragona – With its main focus on the port of Tarragona, this museum highlights the changes that have taken place from ancient Roman times to today.
• Sant Joan – Every June 23, the beach is transformed into a spectacular sight of pyromania and all-round excitement as locals celebrate the Night of John the Baptist.
• Picasso Centre of Horta de Sant Joan – Feast your eyes on copies of Pablo Picasso’s 200 awe-inspiring paintings.
• Roman Villa of Centcelles – This is the best place to view beautifully preserved ancient Roman mosaics.
• La Castanyada – All Saints' Day and Halloween take Costa Dorada by storm on October 31.

Costa Dorada Shopping

• Municipal Market in Cambril – No trip to Costa Dorada would be complete without a visit to this weekly street market.
• Boutiques on La Rambla Nova – These Spanish boutiques are filled to the brim with sinfully ostentatious clothing and shoes.
• Andorra – Pick one morning of your holiday, wake up early and take a bus to this duty-free paradise. 
• El Tomb de Reus – In the centre of Reus, you will find an abundance of coffee and clothing shops.
• Gothic Quarter in Barcelona – Here you will find some amazing antique stores, art galleries and ephemera dens. 

Gay & Lesbian Costa Dorada

• Queenz Bar – For a taste of fun and fantastic music, this is the bar to go to.
• Casablanca Cocktail Bar – This is the best place in Costa Dorada for a wicked cocktail.
• Organic Dance Club – This is regarded as Sitges’ absolute best after-dark hangout.
• Dark Sitges – New on the scene, this bar offers something a little more modern and racy.
• El-Piano Bar – Small and cosy, this bar offers a comfortable sing-along atmosphere.

Costa Dorada Events

Costa Dorada’s quaint little fishing-village-cum-gay-resort hosts one of the wildest parties in Spain when fancy dress, feathers, sequins and skin mark the Sitges Carnival each February.

Go a little bit country for the International Dixieland Festival of Tarragona in April.

The Festival of Reus in June is a vibrant celebration honouring of St Peter. It’s a true Catalan celebration, so expect things to get wild!

July’s Tarragona International Fireworks Displays Competition features 7,711kg of pyrotechnic products. Boom!

The whole town gets involved in September’s Santa Tecla. Enjoy food, singing, dancing, movies and sports, but maybe leave the human castle to the experts!

When To Go

• Costa Dorada enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate, with temperatures ranging between 7 and 26°C (45-79°F).
• Summer can be wet, with up to 400mm of rain falling in just a few hours.
• Costa Dorada has the mistral winds to thank for its mostly blue skies.

Getting Around

• Good bus services connect the main towns and resorts
• The train service is also reliable, connecting Salou, Tarragona, Sitges and Barcelona.
• If you’re over 21 and want to explore further afield, renting a car is the best option.

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