Sitges

Sitges is a lovely Mediterranean coastal town, a seaside resort some 35km southwest of Barcelona in Catalunya, Spain. Sitges isis a seaside town with great beaches and excellent tourist facilities. Recognized as one of the most charming towns and prestige of the Catalan coast, enjoys a mild and temperate micro climate, which means that visitors can enjoy enviable temperatures every month of the yearSitges has one of most vibrant and hippest gay scenes on the coast. The beaches are very colorful and fun! The city which overlooks the Mediterranean has large avenues, narrow streets, four museums and the gorgeous beaches of Costa Dorada/Golden Coast View on Sitges Understand Sitges is a privileged enclave on the Mediterranean coast, protected by the Garraf's Parc mountains, Sitges use to have an excellent microclimate that allows at any time of the year taking place in this beautiful coastal town, countless events, as the Sitges International Film Festival, Sitges Carnival, local Festivities, Theatre Festival, Vintage, Gay Pride, concerts ... Its cultural and artistic, its extensive and varied range of activities throughout the year and its intense nightlife, justify a visit, which promises to be unforgettable. A few minutes from the city of Barcelona (35km) and El Prat International Airport (25 km), Sitges becomes an unbeatable option for both the client and the customer holiday corporate. The recent addition to air traffic Reus Airport with low cost airlines to fly from many European airports bound for Sitges and enjoy a holiday stay at a good price. Sitges is a large village in Catalonia, Spain. Belonging to the Garraf, in the province of Barcelona. It has more than 28,000 inhabitants, over 44 km ², of which about 30% are foreigners which gives the town a very special character and charm. Sitges is a maritime city. It has a large tourist infrastructure with facilities and three marinas, is the city with most marinas throughout the Spanish state. Besides tourism trade people focused on fishing and making shoes later, economic activities have disappeared (except small workshops). This city was rebuilt in the last century, achieving a high number in tourism. Noted for his outstanding location the Church of Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla, better known as "La Punta". The strategic location of this church has become one of the most recognized icons in Sitges. An authentic coastal stamped at the end of the promenade and on top of the bastion, after climbing the steps to admire the sea before going to visit the Church. Its structure is quite peculiar, because it has two bell towers, and possesses one of the watch towers that served the population to calculate the time. Its facade is quite simple but the frame where it is located is incomparable. The beautiful parish of San Bartolome and Santa Tecla is certainly the image that symbolizes Sitges. The church, built in the seventeenth century but with many subsequent amendments, is a charming Baroque style and the interior retains several Renaissance and Baroque altars and an organ of 1690. Despite the beauty of its architecture, the church would not be the same were it not for its great setting. Located on a small hill overlooking the beach and the town. El Raco de la Calma is a really lovely place to pass by and we stop for a while, as we go from the beach of San Sebastian to the church of Sant Bertomeu and Santa Tecla. Walking through the Racó will find the most beautiful and relaxing places in Sitges, as musicians help the relaxation and tranquility to appreciate. At the end of this walk in a large square overlooking the sea and the lighthouse there is a very nice market where we can buy accessories, earrings, clothes, bracelets ... In conclusion, it is a wonderful place to spend a great summer in its magnificent beaches and to roam around its magnificent streets. Get in From Barcelona: The easiest way is by the Spanish Railways (RENFE [1], "Rodalies de Catalunya" [2]). The journey by train (R2) from Barcelona costs €3.60 (4 Zones on the Barcelona suburban railway services), and takes around 35 minutes. Direct trains leave from Passeig de Gràcia or Sants stations - from Plaça de Catalunya a change is required at Barcelona-Sants. There are four trains an hour - two fast trains and two stopping trains. By car, there are two routes - either via the C-31 (a local road which winds its way around the cliff faces) or the C-32 (a toll motorway). The C-32 is recommended for speed and safety, however it costs around €5, while the C-31 is free. By Air, the closest international airport is Barcelona/El Prat de Llobregat(BCN) airport (Sitges is accessible by train, changing at El Prat de Llobregat). Reus/Tarragona(REU) airport is an alternative,for regional flights (Sitges is accessible by train changing at either Sant Vicenç de Calders or Vilanova i la Geltrú).Girona/Gerona(GRO) airport is over 125 km in Costa Brava. Get around Walk or taxi cab; it is a charming small city.Sitges allows the movement of vehicles for their urban fabric, only some of the streets near "Cap de la Vila", the inner city, have limited to motor vehicle traffic, allowing pedestrians and cycling. There are several bus lines that serve communication with the various developments that surround the town of Sitges. It may be interesting to park the car at any of the park and ride there and l walk closer to the center, and especially advisable in the months of July and August to avoid driving on the center with the car. The best way is rent a electric Bike. You can do it in[3] It's easy, handy and funny. See Sitges Tourist Routes for its rich cultural diversity allows different tourist routes that show as the passage of time has left its mark on this beach town so special. Known tourist routes in Sitges and are therefore recommended as the tourism promotion agency as those made by AGIS, are the "Indianos Route", Sitges in Time of Modernism Route, Sitges Old Town, The Souls Route, Terramar Route, Route de la Malvasia, La Ruta de las Mujeres de Sitges and its proximity to the Parc del Garraf is also recommended Route dels Sentits Garraf. Interestingly distracted by corners that Sitges has to offer and is highly recommended especially starting Ride La Fragata, climb to the church Sant Bartomeu i Santa Tecla and continue walking in the Raco de la Calma, past museums Maricel, Cau Ferrat and reach the tranquil beach of San Sebastian. Sitges Holidays and Traditions Sitges offers visitors not only a pleasant and pretty coastal village and magnificent spaces for visiting Sitges also offers many events, activities, festivals that make its cultural and artistic life transcend beyond the Mediterranean's Sea waters. They are internationally known its International Film Festival, The Carnival, The Gay Pride, Classic Car Rally Barcelona-Sitges, The International Tango Festival, and popular folk character, but no less attractive highlights La Festa Major de Sant Bartomeu, the Festa Major de Santa Tecla, El Corpus, La Nit de Foc, Mare de Deu del Carme, The Verema.... Cau Ferrat: this house was owned by Santiago Russiñol, a modernist painter that gave a lot of life to the movement. many parties where held here, and now you can see paintings, sculptures, etc. the name comes from Cau, ("place") and ferrat, ("made of iron"), since the place has many decorative items made of these materials. This museum has a small Picasso, several el Grecos as well as some small pieces by a range of Catalan modernists Do Beaches: there are 11 beaches of varying sizes, the most famous of which is perhaps Platja de St Sebastian, located just northeast of the Cau Ferrat. Major Events Santa Tecla Festival. between 15th and 23rd September. One of the most important Spanish traditional festival, between 15th and 23rd September. It has been celebrated since 1321 and it has been considered of national touristic interest by Spanish government. Human towers, historical parades and fireworks are some of the main activities. Buy Local souvenirs;catalan/spanish music {Serrat};spanish/valencian music{Camilo Sesto}. In Sitges (unlike nearby Barcelona) all of the shops are allowed to open on Sundays. You will find a wide range of fashion stores around the city. Several of them carry top brands. Pedestrian streets on the city center get quite crowded on Sunday afteroons with tourists and people from Barcelona buying. Be aware that several shops on the afternoon open just after 17:30 and stay open untill 21:00. Eat Fragata [4] Paseig de la Ribera (under the old church). One of the best fine dining restaurants in Sitges with wonderful harbour views and stunning food. Inspired by the local fish and seafood but delivered with a style and flair that sets it apart. Drink The streets near the waterfront are filled with street cafes. Local youngsters gather on the beach after nightfall. Sleep Andy's Rooms [5], San Juan, Sitges - Located in the heart of the old town, gay owned and operated. Beautiful rooms in a 500 year old Catalan Casa, Hotel Celimar, Passeig De La Ribera, 18. Tel. (+34) 93 811 01 70. Modest rooms, with bath & shower, facing onto the beach front, about 30 minutes drive or train west out of Barcelona. About €100 per night for a double room. Mediterráneo Sitges · Hotel & Apartments [6] This 4 stars apartment-hotel is in a great location right on the beachfront. The apartments have a bedroom, lounge, marble bathroom, kitchen and private terrace. You are directly on the beach and a short walk from the town centre. Hotel Sunway Playa Golf Sitges, Paseo Marítimo 92-94, ☎ +34 93 894 18 39 (info@sunway.es, fax: +34 93 894 14 64), [7]. checkin: noon; checkout: noon. On the Sitges Promenade, by the sea and next to the golf course. 4-star hotel with doubles, studios or fully equipped apartments, most of them with sea views. Sitges Hills Villas (http://www.sitgeshillsvillas.com/), Avinguda del Port d'Aiguadolç, 4 08870 Sitges, ☎ +34 659 516 745 (email - ali@sitgeshillsvillas.com), [8]. A collection of luxury designer holiday villas and beautiful farmhouses with private swimming pools in and around the town of Sitges. Get out Barcelona, Lloret de Mar, Tarragona, Lleida, Valencia, Castellón, Alicante, Alcoy, Benidorm, Girona. This article is an outline and needs more content. It has a template, but there is not enough information present. Please plunge forward and help it grow!