Girona is located around 20 miles inland of the Costa Brava,
in the northeast of Cataluna. Its airport lies 8 miles from the
city and and is well linked by taxi services. There is also an
airport bus that connects with Girona's central bus and train
station. Its position makes it a launch point for those intending
to travel to the Pyranees and tiny sovereign state of Andorra.
Girona is a city located north of
Barcelona in the northeast of Cataluna, at the confluence of
the rivers Ter and Onyar. It has a magnificent walled area, which
is preserved in almost its entirety, and a fine Cathedral, an
enormous construction that was painstakingly built over many
centuries. The Jewish quarter spreads out in a maze of small,
narrow and very often steeply sloping streets which still maintain
their medieval atmosphere. Girona is home to some important museums,
the chapter museum has a rare collection of gold and silver items
on display. Most of the tourist sights can be found close to
the river. Today, Girona, apart from its historic charm, is a
bustling, lively city with tapas bars, cafes and a good selection
of restaurants.
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