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Visit Europe's oldest city
Standing on a peninsula jutting out into a bay Europe's oldest city Cadiz is almost entirely surrounded by water.
Thought to have been founded by Hercules, Cadiz is thought to be Europe's oldest city. The local people rely heavily on the tourist trade and are friendly to visitors.
The province of Cadiz is home to some of Andalucia's most windswept beaches and is well known for its sherry production, its Manzanilla wine and also for its prawns. More green than neighbouring areas, the Cadiz coastline has one of the highest levels of rainfall in the whole of Spain. Don't let this put you off! In the summer months temperatures can hit a peak of 22 degrees compared with 14 degrees in the winter.
When visiting Cadiz, renowned for its sheer elegance and atmosphere, it is worthwhile taking a stroll along the waterfront to the old town where you will experience busy markets of the many narrow alleyways.
The coastline of Cadiz hosts many fishing ports originated by the Greeks and Romans. Today, Cadiz acts as a magnet for those enjoying watersports and those who prefer relatively quieter beaches than those elsewhere in the Costa del Sol.
The historic centre of Cadiz, having so far escaped the developers, is lined with centuries-old seafront weatherbeaten houses. Situated on a peninsula of only 10.58 km long, this part of the city is almost completely enveloped by the sea. The town's beach well worth a visit being easily accessible and only a short walk from the centre.
If you're in Cadiz in February you have to experience the incredible carnival, said to be third largest carnival celebration in the world! Celebrated before the 40 days of Lent, the carnival is centred around Shrove Tuesday. Cádiz celebrates the carnival with processions from the weekend before, to the weekend after.
If you miss out on the Carnival, aim to see the summer horse races on the beach which have declared as being a national tourist attraction.
The most fascinating watchtower in Cadiz is La Torre Tavira which is situated in the centre of the old town. From here you can experience breathtaking views, and the entire old town, from the highest lookout point in the city.
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La Torre Tavira
The most fascinating watchtower in Cadiz
The most fascinating watchtower in Cadiz is La Torre Tavira which is situated in the centre of the old town. From here you can experience breathtaking views, and the entire old town, from the highest lookout point in the city.
Dating from the 18th century, the tower has been converted to a 'camera obscura' and is well worth a visit.
