Girona city guide to Girona see also hotels Girona

Girona is a city located in the northeast of Catalonia, at the confluence of the rivers Ter and Onyar. It is the capital of the Spanish province of the same name .

Girona is one of Catalonia's biggest cities, located in North-eastern Spain less than 2 hours away from France.

The construction of the Girona Cathedral took from the 16th to the 18th century. It was built over the former Central Mosque and shows a mix of gothic, renaissance and baroque motifs. It is also the centre point to begin a walk around the town. See also hotels near Girona Cathedral

The Arab Baths in Girona "Baños" date back to 1194. In the 15th century, they came into private ownership until 1617 when they became part of the Order of Capuchin nuns' convent, which they used as a laundry room. In 1929, Girona's monumental Arab Baths became Spanish Patrimony and the reconstruction and repair of these ancient baths could begin. See also hotels near Arab Baths Girona.

	These days, Girona is a bustling, little visited city. The Onyar River cuts through the city and pretty pastel colored villa style buildings line the river on both sides. Full of fashionable shops and elegant restaurants.
Riverside appartments along the river Onyar Girona Catalonia Spain

Located in the city of Figueres, the "Museu Teatre Dal" If you are an art lover, visit this museum, as it is one of the best in Spain. The museum itself is a work of art and inside, you will find the largest collection of paintings, drawings and multi-media works of art that Salvador Dali created. An interesting place to visit, and only 30 minutes from Girona.