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Spain is located in Southern Europe. It is a democratic country which is organized as a parliamentary monarchy with a hereditary monarch and a bicameral parliament. The official language of this developed country is Spanish. According to the 2006 census Spain is populated by almost 44,708, 964. Gerona is one of the most popular destinations of Spain. This wonderful city is located in the north-east of Catalonia near the French border. It is the capital of the Spanish province by the same name.
Gerona is bounded by the Pyrenees on the north and by the Mediterranean in the south and east. The province is characterized by a rugged topography, and includes forests of pine, oak and chestnut. It is situated at the meeting place of the Ter and the Onyar rivers.
Gerona is dotted with various places of interest. The ancient part of the city stands on the steep hill of the Capuchins while the modern section stands in the plains and stretches beyond the river. There are some fabulous monuments and wonderful pieces of architectural excellence. There are numerous mosques which are worth visiting. The Collegiate Church of Sant Feliu, the Benedictine church is architectural masterpiece. One can even get the pleasure of the wonderful piece of structure of the Agullana Palace. The transport in Gerona is also convenient. The city has local bus service which connects the city to other major towns in the province. It is also served by the rail from Barcelona to Port Bou and the French Frontier. The town also marked by the presence of Girona-Costa Brava Airport which is only 10km south of the town center. The visitors can even shop with their heart’s content. One can shop for wines, sausages, cheeses, meats, fruits, and also ceramic products from Gerona.
The province of Gerona is spectacular. One can get the feel of this ancient city while walking through the streets. This ancient city dates back to the Roman period. The beauty of the coast Costa Brava is breathtaking. One can enjoy the tranquility in the fishing villages
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