by Katharina Giesler | Nov 14, 2018 | Catalonia
In the northeastern provinces of Tarragona and Lleida lies a fascinating route of imposing monasteries, constructed by the followers of the Cistercian order. The austere spirit of this order can be seen in its architecture, which blends Romanesque and Gothic styles,...
by Katharina Giesler | Oct 31, 2018 | Catalonia
In the mountainous interior of the northeastern region of Catalonia lies the city of Lerida. With excellent shopping and a vibrant cultural life, Lerida is a modern city that still remains off the touristic radar. In addition to all the city has to offer, the...
by Katharina Giesler | Sep 12, 2018 | Catalonia
Sich vom Norden Barcelonas bis hin zur spanisch-französischen Grenze erstreckend, ist die Costa Brava unumstritten eine von Spaniens schönsten Küsten. Sogar auf dem absoluten Höhepunkt der Hochsaison, können Sonnenanbeter noch unangetastete Buchen finden. Diese...
by Katharina Giesler | Apr 11, 2018 | Catalonia
One of Barcelona’s most iconic features is its Modernista architecture of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Drawing on Medieval and Arab styles, these unique buildings are characterized by by rich decoration and detail, organic motifs, curves and asymmetry, and...
by Katharina Giesler | Dec 20, 2017 | Spain generally
The Christmas season in Spain is a time for celebration, gifts and many traditions like the Three Kings parades, eating grapes at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, and braving the crowds for last minute holiday shopping. Streets at this time of year are...
