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Girona Cathedral

The Cathedral of Girona, located in the heart of the old town, was built in the 11th century in Romanesque style, then changed to Gothic style in the 13th century. Completed in the 18th century, the cathedral is one of the world's most famous Gothic cathedrals. The cathedral stands impressively on nearly 100 steps and is famous for its nave. The cloister of the church is neo-Romanesque, the front facade and main hall are Catalan Baroque, and the side bell tower was built in the 18th century. The very wide Gothic nave is also a symbol of the ideal space of Catalan Gothic architecture. The Church Treasure Museum preserves the complete brocade painting "Genesis" embroidered in Europe between the 11th and 12th centuries, which is very spectacular. The Cathedral is also the location for the filming of the Cathedral of King's Landing in "Game of Thrones".

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The Call

The Call is located southwest of the cathedral. The streets here are intricate, and the steps are very steep and sloping. In this area, you can see many Hebrew seminaries, and many philosophers and financial and business magnates have also emerged from here.

Gala Dalí Castle & Museum

Gala Dalí Castle was originally an 11th-century building. It was later purchased by surrealist master Salvador Dalí and became the castle for him and his wife. At that time, the structure was dilapidated from years of neglect—its ceiling had collapsed and the garden was in ruins. But through Dalí's restoration efforts, the castle regained its vitality. He ingeniously incorporated the damaged walls and ceilings to create a space brimming with creativity. In 1982, this place became Dalí's studio, where he and his wife were also laid to rest. By 1996, it opened to visitors. The castle's interior features exquisite decor with vibrant colors and Baroque-style embellishments, housing numerous antiques indoors and large sculptures in the garden. Unlike Dalí's other creations, this castle was actually inhabited by Dalí and his wife, as the artist devoted more attention to this particular structure. The castle houses numerous small works by Dalí and surrealistic touches throughout—visitors will need keen eyes to spot all the hidden details and fully appreciate the experience.

Eiffel Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles)

This is a red iron bridge, the red structure is exactly the same as the Eiffel Tower, this bridge connects the new city and the old city.

Parc de la Devesa

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Dalí Theatre and Museum

The master painter Salvador Dalí founded the world-famous Dalí Museum in his hometown of Figueres in 1974, which is one of the most visited museums in Spain and a destination for art lovers around the world. It houses more than 4,000 works by Dalí (1904-1989), including his early artistic experiments and works, as well as his surrealist works in later years. In addition to paintings, the museum also exhibits sculptures, jewelry, and furniture designed by Dalí. The predecessor of the museum was the ancient theatre of Figueres, which was destroyed by war. The museum was designed by Dali himself, and every detail was scrutinized several times. It was finally opened to the public on September 28, 1974. The building itself is a very imaginative work. Artwork, the transparent mesh dome has become the landmark of Figueres, and the giant eggs standing or falling on the roof of the museum are also very conspicuous. The use of eggs to represent life and change is a frequent image in Dali's works. There are also dolls, bagels and other works of art scattered outside the museum, revealing a strange and mysterious atmosphere. Dali himself called the museum a "surreal world". Walking into it, the decoration of the atrium will make people's eyes shine. The small windows are arranged in a semi-arc shape, like the boxes in the theater. Greetings to the audience, very interesting. There are countless works of Dalí at various stages of creation in the pavilion, not to be missed: Port Alguer, The Girl from Figueres, The Spectre of Sex Appeal, The Spectre of Sex Appeal, SoftSelf-Portrait with Fried Bacon, Galarina, Basket of Bread, Atomic Leda, Apotheosis of the Dollar, Morning, Noon, afternoon and evening" (Dawn, Noon, Afternoon and Evening) and so on. In addition, the Mae West room is also not to be missed. This magical exhibition hall is modeled after the American actress Mae West. The lip-shaped sofa in the room, the oil paintings similar to binoculars, and the curtains shaped like hair make up the room. The vivid face of the actress and the unique design concept have given infinite inspiration to future home designers. The classic "face" shape can be photographed in the small building behind the curtain. Dalí's Jewellery Gallery was established in 2001 and includes 37 sets of gold jewellery, 2 sets of jewellery that are new, and 27 drawings and paintings on paper that Dalí created while designing his jewellery. Dalí died in 1989 and was buried in the basement of the museum's center, which is also used to display gold jewelry designed by the new artist.

Jaume I square

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Vila Vella

Vila Vella is a charming coastal town located on the Mediterranean coast, approx. 100 km north of Barcelona. The town nestles in a horseshoe-shaped blue bay, and medieval stone walls stand on the high ground at the end of the main beach. The main beach is gentle and open, suitable for swimming. You can rent water sports equipment on the other side of the bay, and a quieter, smaller beach is hidden behind the city walls. A trail passes right through the town, and hiking along the coastal cliffs allows you to explore nearby coves. The town still retains small-scale fishing, with the catch mostly supplied to local restaurants. Enjoying Catalan-style seafood dishes paired with local wine while sitting by the sea is particularly pleasant. For a different perspective, you can take a glass-bottom boat out to sea to see schools of fish and sea caves through the bottom of the boat. Summer is suitable for a beach vacation, while spring and autumn are better for hiking and exploring history.

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