Lloret De Mar

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Lloret de mar- Flower of the sea is a coastal town in Catalonia on the Mediterranean coast. It is situated near the cities of Blanes and Tossa de Mar, not so far away from Barcelona. Also referred to as the City of Laurel, it is the most visited town in Spain. It is visited by tourists from all over the world and the number of tourists doubles on weekends since this is the town that swarms with night life.

This town attracts a younger crowd as the liveliest destination on the Costa Brava. It offers clear water beaches and coves with all the accommodation necessary for an exciting vacation. The most popular beach is the main beach of Lloret de Mar. It is 1. 5 km long and gives you the possibility to try out different water sports from parasailing to pedals or to just enjoy sunbathing and swimming. Santa Cristina beach is a great choice for families with young kids thanks to its fine sand. It is part of a sheltered bay and surrounded by woodland. Boadella beach is most known by the scenery that surrounds it. This quiet beach is often used by naturists so it is not for the shy ones. Fenals beach covered with trees and surrounded ...
... by cliffs and rocky coves is an ideal place for diving or snorkelling.

If you are in search of some culture and history, Lloret de Mar has a lot to offer too. Iberian and Roman influences can still be found on different sites. Visit Castle of Sant Joan, a medieval castle from the 11th century. It was built for protection of Lloret de Mar from sea attack. It is believed that the fortress was functional till the 17th century. Today, only the tower is still standing but it offers an amazing view of the landscape. The Church of Sant Romà is a church from the gothic period built in 1522. It was used as a shelter from Turkish and Algerian pirate attacks. It has been restored to a building that mixes Moorish, Byzantine, Renaissance and modern influences. All of you miracle believers be sure to touch the Monument to the Fisherman's wife. It is a bronze sculpture and the town's symbol. It is believed that if you touch it, your wishes will come true.

So, give it a shot! You should also check out Santa Clotilde gardens. These gardens were designed by Nicolau Rubió i Tuduri in renaissance style. They are placed on top of the cliff and give you a fabulous view.

Lloret de Mar is a party town despite its 1000 years long history. With more than 100 bars and clubs, it mostly attracts young people from all over the world.

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