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Vinaros
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Vinaros is a small and calm holiday resort in Spain . It is located on the coast called Costa del Alzahar, approximately 140 km far from Valencia . Today, it has more than 28 000 inhabitants. Vinaros attracts visitors with its small but rarely crowded beaches and prawns (langostinos) which are said to be the best prawns in Spain. more »
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Transport
Vinaros is accessible by plain, car, train or bus. The nearest international airport is Reus-Salou (90 km from the resort Salou ) . You can than get to the city by a taxi, transfer, bus (indirect) or a train. Eight trains per day depart from the train station (about 2 km west from the city centre) in the resort Vinaros to Valencia (via Castelló ) and to Barcelona (via Tarragona ) . There is a new airport in Castelló, about 70 km far from the resort Vinaros.About the resort
Vinaros is, apart from its beaches and prawns, also renowned for the carnival that annually takes place in February. It is one of the most popular carnivals in the region. The most notable monument in the city is the church of Església Arxiprestal de l'Assumpció from the 16th century. You can also visit an excellent fruit and vegetable market nearby. The docks and the market are worth a visit in early evening when you can watch the auction of the catch of the day, which is then distributed to restaurants throughout the whole region - since Vinaros is far-famed for its fish. Right above the auction venue, there are two well -known bars, Puerto and Folet, where you will get delicious meals and drinks.Promenade in resort Vinaros
The beautiful local promenade, which has recently undergone a reconstruction that gained the city an award in a national competition, is a popular place for taking walks. The promenade in Vinaros offers pleasant places for sitting and relaxation, romantic walks or sport activities. You will also find an information centre at the seaside where you can get a map of the resort and comprehensive information about available activities and about most interesting monuments that you should not miss.History
The first written record of Vinaros comes from the 13th century. The city was at its peak in the 16th and 17th century when boats were built here and wine was cultivated at the outskirts of the city.Tourist information and destination rating
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Vinaros: Travel guide - tips for trips, the best restaurants, tourism
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Castles and chateaus in the vicinity
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Playa Vinaros
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Playa Benicarlo
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Playa de Peniscola
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Papa Luna Castle
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Molacima
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Serra del Montsià
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Serra d'Irta
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