Tarragona, Roman coastal city in Catalonia, Spain
Tarragona is a coastal city in Tarragona province in Catalonia, Spain, stretching along the Mediterranean. Stone walls enclose the old quarter with narrow streets while beaches and the harbor lie below along the shore.
Romans founded Tarraco in the 3rd century BC as a military base during the Punic Wars. Later the settlement became the capital of Hispania Citerior province and received a theater, aqueduct and other public structures.
The name comes from Roman Tarraco and the Gothic cathedral serves as the center for religious celebrations. Families gather along Rambla Nova for evening walks while cafes and shops shape social life.
Most ancient sites sit in the upper town quarter, reachable by stairs and ramps from the harbor. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since many paths cross uneven cobblestones.
The aqueduct of Les Ferreres stands about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) outside the center and reaches a height of 27 meters (89 feet). Visitors can walk beneath the arches and observe the double-level construction made from stone blocks.
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