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Vigo - train station -- Turism

The port of Vigo, one of the finest natural ports in the world, was the origin of this city fringed by mountains. Its maritime qualities, already exploited in Roman times, have given rise to the present-day marinas and the transatlantic harbour, as well as to the fishing and canning industries. All of this has contributed to the urban development of Vigo, which includes the traditional port area and boasts major historic buildings and wide tree-lined avenues.

The historic quarter, the so-called Cidade Vella, is articulated around the old maritime quarter of O Berbés, near the port. Situated in this quarter, which has Tourist-Historical Interest status, are the arcades around the Plaza de la Constitución, fishing streets and emblazoned houses. One of the main features of this network of tiny streets, in which most façades have glass-encased miradors, is the Collegiate Church of Santa María, the Procathedral of Vigo-Tui. Neoclassical in style, this edifice is constructed on the remains of a Gothic church burned down by the pirate Francis Drake. Also worthy of visit in this area is the do Pedra market, a fascinating place for buying and sampling Galician oysters.

The newer part of Vigo occupies a triangle formed by the Puerta del Sol, Colón and Urzáiz. Lining the wide avenues are notable buildings, one such being the García Barbón Cultural Centre, designed by Antonio Palacios. The modern sector contains one of the best miradors over the Vigo estuary, the Monte do Castro mount. Located amidst the forests and leisure areas are the remains of the hill-forts that constituted the early settlement, as well as the ruins of the 10th-century O Penso Castle, the layout of which was used for the construction of the 17th-century Tower Castle still standing.

The large Municipal Park of Castrelos is located on what once was the estate of the Quiñones de León country house. Amidst Neoclassical gardens and ancient trees, the Municipal Park contains an interesting collection of Roman steles, furniture and statuary, and an art gallery exhibiting European works from the Baroque period as well modern works by Galician artists. The park also boasts an open-air auditorium where key music events are held.

The mounts of A Madroa and A Guía that lay around the city of Vigo provide magnificent viewpoints from which to admire the surrounding landscape. Also worthy of a visit is the Zoo, situated on Mount A Madroa, whilst the Municipal Park also contains the hermitage of Nosa Señora da Guía.

The Galician Museum of the Sea, situated at the Punta do Muiño in the parish of Alcabre, comprises buildings, gardens, a square and a wharf. The work of Aldo Rossi and César Portella, this complex houses various items related to the sea.

Hotels

Husa Princesa
Princesa, 40
28008 Madrid

     



A Hotel With Art. The Hotel Husa Princesa is a light and spacious, modern hotel, situated in the heart of Madrid, and offering an exclusive and distinguished atmosphere with excellent and attentive service. The hotel is ideally located for both business and leisure travellers..

Abba Madrid
Avda. de América, 32
28028 Madrid

     



The abba Madrid is a brand new Hotel, built in 2003, with a modern, cosy and very comfortable decoration. In the main areas it dominates the grey marble combinated to elegant two coloured parquet. The illumination is soft and adapted to provide a nice and warm atmosphere..

Occidental Abando
C/ Colón de Larreategui, 9
48001 Bilbao

     



A modern hotel located in the financial center of Bilbao Its fabulous location allows direct acces to the most important parts of Bilbao. Built in 1991 with the latest design and technology and modern design.A hotel where every last detail is there to make your stay more enjoyable.
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Golf courses

Golfclub El Candado
Calle del Golf, 2, (Urbanización El Candado) - El Palo
29018 Málaga (Málaga)
Tel. +34 952299340 / Fax: +34 952290845

holes: 9
par: 35


The Club de Golf El Candado is well know amongst all professional of the Costa del Sol. It is a fairly short course of 2.362 metres, situated in a small valey. It has rather difficult hilly design with substantial level differences and challenging greens..


Golf Almerimar
Urbanización Almerimar
04700 El Ejido (Almería)
Tel. +34 950497454 / Fax +34 950497233

holes: 18
par: 72


The Almerimar golf course is the oldest course in the province of Almería. The course was designed by Rob Kirby and Gary Player, and consists of 18 holes with a par of 72, and features wide fairways flanked by leafy trees, which not only provide pleasant shade in summer but also make it considerably more difficult to reach the flag. The greens are wide and fast, and protected by huge bunkers. A large number of the holes are affected by water hazards which obstruct access to the greens. .