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Tourist Route
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Puerta de la Tierra: With it’s marble walls, this military fortress, built in the 18th century seems more like a religious sanctimony that it does what it was built for. No one of the more significant emblems of the city the towers where later built to connect the telephonic transmissions of nearby Andalucia. Sitting today in the commonly known Puerta Tierra it still represents the dividing line between the old and the new.
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Catedral de Cádiz: Taking more than one hundred years to build it is hardly surprising that this cathedral is home to an eclectic mix of architectural styles ranging from baroque to neo-classic. Situated in the Plaza d la Catedral it is visible from anywhere in the city and with this in mind once your in it, climbing the Torre de Poniente seems like the obvious thing to do if you want to get the best views and pictures of Cadiz. Along ith its gold dome and beautiful worship hall you can visit the crypts of Manuel de Falla and Jose Maria Peman.
- Address: Plaza de la Catedral
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Gran Teatro Falla: In the month of February the home to the castings for the famous Carnaval de Cadiz. This theatre built on top of what was the theatre of Cadiz still shows signs on the façade of the muslim influence on the city.
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Address: Pza. de Falla s/n
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Museo de las Cortes de Cádiz: With one hall dedicated entirely to the Constitution of 1812 here you can find a miniature construction of the entire city of Cadiz along with a painting depicting the writing of the constitution. Here you will also find archaeological pieces, ceramics and other artefacts from the 18th century.
- Address: Calle Santa Ines, 9
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Castillo de San Sebastián: Scene of the movie Alatriste de Agustin Diaz Yanes, this lighthouse standing at 41 metres in height is found on the north flacks of Cadiz. Built on the Playa de la Caleta in the 18th century to defend Cadiz from any attacks from he north it traditionally was meant to be a temple.
Leisure activities
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Puerto de SantaMaría: Nearby Cadiz, this village could be your retreat from the city. It’s an interesting place where you still get the chance to bid for you food in the local market, which has to be said has some excellent products on offer. Visit the vineyards, enjoy the beaches or discover the house where Rafael Alberti once lived. Return by boat to Cadiz. But not just any boat, take the trip around the bay from El Puerto back to the city on a ship built in the fifties.
- Parque Natural de la Bahía de Cádiz: From the island of Trocadero to the beautiful sand dunes marvel at the wonders on display in this rich natural park. Enjoy the views of the park where you can witness swans, ducks, flamingos and many other stunning creatures, wandering in the lush vegetation.