cadaques Creative Commons by MorBCN
Costa Brava is a beautiful coastal region in north-eastern Spain, with rough peaks lining crystalline waters. The rich Gothic architecture, the picturesque coastlines, the turquoise blue waters and the serene ambiance is everything that makes a person fall in love with this beautiful place. The relaxed lifestyle with indulgent Spanish cuisine and an occasional bite of the heavenly cheese and wine is just what you need to forget the hassles of work or stir up the artist in you; no wonder Costa Brava was one Picasso’s favourite destinations. So if you are planning on a visit to the beautiful shore of Costa Brave here are the top 5 things to do:
- Costa Brava has the most beautiful shorelines in Spain, stretching from the northern border of France to Barcelona. The most popular beaches are the Lloret de Mar- an arc shaped golden sand beach with looming cliffs, the Tossa de Mar- with its perfect sunny beaches that are popular with tourists. If you fancy the shoreline, you will find some of the best Costa Brava hotels that give you the perfect view of the beach.
- The Salvador Dali Theatre Museum in Figueres is one of the most popular museums in Spain. Salvador Dali is a surrealist artist whose hometown is in Figueres, and the museum is like a typical Dali project. Thousands of tourists visiting the museum each year and are awed by the art and sculptures.
- For those who want to experience the culture of Spain, a visit to the Empuries archaeological site at L’Escala is a must. These small fishing towns in the Bay of Roses where the ruins of ancient Greek and Roman Empires, are set amidst a back drop of the hills. You can also enjoy fresh fish at the local restaurants while you’re here.
- Costa Brava also has a varied and interesting wildlife which tourists can experience first-hand at many natural parks. The most interesting is the La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park with 30 volcanic cones, craters and lava outflows. Another is the Cap de Creus Natural Park in Cadaques- the home of many writers and artists.
Lloret de mar Costa Brava Creative commons by Josep Renalias
- For the more adventurous at heart, Costa Brava has many water parks with exhilarating rides, situated quite close to the beaches. These beaches also offer a variety of water sports-sailing, water skiing, windsurfing, kayaking and snorkelling. The warm waters are also perfect for a swim. You can even go diving in the crystal clear blue waters and swim with the colourful fish and native flora. There is a lot to do on a day out at the beach in Costa Brava!
