Wines of Tarragona

Tarragona, in Catalonia, northern Spain, is a wine region divided into two sections. The larger stretches along the Mediterranean coast south ofPenedes, while a small portion lies further inland. This division dates back to 2001, when part of Tarragona was carved out to form a separate MontsantDO. Tarragona received DO status back in 1947, making it one of Spain's older designations. The wine region fans out from the picturesque city of the same name and the area is dotted with relics from times passed: Roman ruins and Gothic cathedrals.

The exact origins of viticulture here are not known. It is possible the Ancient Greeks brought vines to Tarragona. It is certain that the Romans who followed them produced and promoted wines of the region. Regardless of whoever first made wine here, the tradition has been a long one. Its history is also a decorated one, with periods of prestige, including during the 12th Century when the region's sweet fortified wines enjoyed particularly high demand locally and abroad. Tarragona also produced much of the altar wine used for Christian sacraments and ceremonies, and today, the region continues to export church wines.

Beach walks .... Playa Larga (Long Beach)

Beach located in Tarragona , Tarragona . Costa Dorada. Its area is 2,700 meters by 60 meters wide. The average occupancy level is medium. Semiurban beach without boardwalk mainly composed of golden sand. The normal state of the sea is calm waters.

the sun tries to stand out from the clouds in a cold winter day

multicolored contrast and play of light on the sand

simply walk to freedom

threatening clouds

resting sail boats until summer season arrives

lonely 

Beach walks .... Tarragona´s coastal pathways

Yet despite a cold winter, the Mediterranean offers a seductive and inspiring sight. It is a delight to wander the paths connecting secluded beaches with coves , even more lonely , battered by the waves. The exercise is invigorating and very healthy. It is a highly recommended activity.

54´ketch anchored in front of Tarragona city

quiet and empty beach in a cold morning

coastal pathways connect sand beaches with the hidden cove beaches

costal pathway south direction towards Tarragona

lonely cove beach beaten by the waves

typical lush Mediterranean vegetation

beautiful old Mediterranean vila

final destination .... walk and relax

Suite #2 location: L´Ampolla

The origin of the name L'Ampolla ('bottle' in Catalan) comes from the former shape of the mouth of the River Ebro. In fact, all the features of the Delta have played a role in creating the character of this town: the sea, the bay, the water, the land, the dunes, etc. It is a mixture of Mediterranean essences, alternating between flat alluvial land and craggy coast; between mud and rocks; olive trees and rice fields; between marl rocky banks and lagoons...

View of the fishing port

location map of suite #2

promenade

view of the nautic club

detailed map of river Ebro delta

living sea side

The notion that it is healthy to live near the sea and make people feel better , is not new . Doctors have always given as a diagnostic visit " hot hospitals," special clinics offering seawater baths and treatments , as happened in the eighteenth century. But until now , scientists had not bothered to study the benefits of sea clinical way .

Fleming and his team from the European Centre for Environment Human Health at the University of Exter , started a project called " Blue Gym " to study how natural water environments can be used to promote wellness presented during the conference the American Geophysical Union that Tanya Lewis LiveScience reported .

In one experiment , participants were shown photographs of sea views, green fields or cities and asked how much they would pay for a hotel room in one of these places ; and people chose to pay more for a room with sea view.

Romantic Suite #2

Our suite # 2 are 49 square meters of bright and warm comfort. Fitted with modern furniture in wenge and elegant style and equipped with air conditioning , heating and appliances from leading brands. In this post you can visit the rooms and appreciate the simplicity and elegance of its unique decoration . It is located only 150 meters from one of the quietest beaches of the nearby coast.

fully equipped kitchen with leading brands appliances

confortable dining room for four people

cozy living room. the sofa can be used as an extra berth for two people.

comfortable and accesible queen size bed

private parking for your car is included in the price.

suite #2 layout

The delta of the river Ebro

The Ebro Delta is the largest wetland in the western Mediterranean , after the Carmarga ( French Regional Park ) , and the second Spanish state after the Doñana National Park . The delta is of international importance for 8 species of plants and 69 vertebrate fauna , most birds. Its value for birds is evident both in his role as breeding area with 95 nestlings species and in the wintering area , resting or feeding during migratory periods.

satellite view of the Ebro delta.

the wetlands are home of many species of birds as well are the perfect place to grow rice.

calm and shallow waters allow for coastal fishing of sea bass

The perfect calm of the inner waters waters invite us to love and protect nature.