Travels, hikes and trips

The largest Palm Groves in Europe,

northernmost oasis in the Mediterranean has attracted many famous people throughout history. Among all the orchards the most famous is undoubtedly the "Huerto del Cura". This artistic gardenhas had a long list of illustrious visitors - politicians, writers, scientists - who have all succumbed ti its beauty.

The palm tree apart from the landscape gives dates and white palms, the main element for Palm Sunday and the Misteri d'Elx in which an angel descends a white palm from heaven and hands it over to Our Lady the Virgin Mary

Barcelona's coastline runs roughly northeast to southwet, and many streets are perpendicular or parallel to it. Ciutat Vella are a warren of streets, centuries old buildings, restaurants, bars and hotels spreads either side of La Rambla.