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Roses
Roses (Spanish: Rosas in Spanish) is a municipality in the comarca of the Alt Empordà in Catalonia, Spain. It is situated on the coast at the northern end of the Gulf of Roses, and is an important fishing port and tourist centre. The C-260 road links the town with Figueres.
The origins of Roses (Greek: Rhode) are disputed. A popular theory holds it was founded in the 8th century BC by Greek colonists from Rhodes. It seems more probable, however, that it was founded in the 5th century BC by Greeks from Massalia (Marseilles), perhaps with an admixture of colonists from neighbouring Empúries. Remains of the Greek settlement can still be seen. Remains from the Roman period go back to the 2nd century BC and continue well into Christian times with a paleochristian church and necropolis. After the collapse of Roman power the town seems to have been abandoned, but a fortified settlement from the Visigothic period has been excavated on the nearby Puig Rom.
The monastery of Santa Maria de Roses is mentioned for the first time in a document of the year 944. Around this monastery grew the mediaeval town of Roses, which fell under the shared jurisdiction of the abbots of Santa Maria de Roses and the counts of Empúries. In 1402 the county of Empúries was incorporated in the Crown of Aragon and Roses acquired the right to organise its own municipal government.
In the first decades of the 16th century Roses suffered repeatedly from attacks by privateers from North Africa. To counter this threat, Charles V ordered in 1543 the construction of extensive fortifications. In spite of these precautions a squadron of the Turkish admiral Barbarossa attacked and plundered the town some months later. After substantial revisions, the fortifications were completed in 1553, under Charles's son Philip II. The entire mediaeval town was now enclosed by a bastioned pentagonal wall. The defensive system was supplemented by the Castell de la Trinitat, some 2.5 km to the east. The town received a permanent military garrison, which changed its character profoundly. To minimise friction between the citizenry and the soldiers, barracks were constructed, but this did not prevent a gradual movement of part of the population outside the walls, where the modern town of Roses now is.
In the following centuries the fortifications were severely tested. In 1645, during the Catalan Revolt, Roses was besieged and taken by French troops. Only after the Peace of the Pyrenees (1659) was the town restored to Spain.
In 1693, during the War of the Grand Alliance the French besieged the town again. This time the French occupation lasted until 1697, when the Peace of Ryswick was concluded.
In 1712, during the War of the Spanish Succession, Austrian troops tried to take the city, but they were beaten off. In 1719 another failed attempt was made, now by the French, during the War of the Quadruple Alliance.
After a long period of relative calm the French revolution ushered in a new round of hostilities. In 1793...
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Hotels in Roses
 | Hotel Can Cristofor  |
Score 9 from 2 reviews | | Carer Besalau s/n |  |
| This former historic stone country manor house is decorated with the most modern designs.
There is a private swimming pool where you can relax to the maximum.
Breakfast is served in the restaurant, or in your room upon request.
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 | Apartaments Salatà  |
Score 8.275 from 8 reviews | | Port Reig, 44 |  |
| Minimum stay: 7 nights in high season (Saturday to Saturday) and 2 nights in low season.
Guests of our apartments can benefit from all camping services: swimming pool, entertainment in July, and in August, a supermarket, bar, mini-golf etc.
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 | Bon Retorn  |
Score 7.85 from 56 reviews | | Carretera Nacional II A, Km. 3 |  |
| The hotel’s restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine made with fresh, high-quality, locally sourced produce. The menu changes four times a year, to reflect the changing seasons and take full advantage of seasonal produce when it is at its best.
The restaurant is open from for lunch from Tuesday to Sunday, 13:00 to 15:30, and for dinner from 20:00 to 22:30 every day. ... more | | |
 | Les Illes  |
Score 6.6 from 18 reviews | | Illes, 55 |  |
| This hotel is especially designed for scuba divers, offering:
• A special room to wash, dry and store the equipment, charge batteries and carry out small reparations. Showers and toilet present.
• Screening of diving videos.
• Subscription to specialized diving magazines.
• Free equipment transportation service to the boat.
• A meeting/convention room. ... more | | |
 | El Molí del Mig  |
Score 8.675 from 3 reviews | | Camí del Molí del Mig S/N |  |
| Within the hotel you will find:
- A lunge with a fireplace
- Multi-purpose room in the centre of the gardens
- A museum/library room
- Restaurant with a terrace – local cuisine
- Terrace in the gardens
- Two swimming pools, one of which is for children
- Cleaning and repair service for bicycles
- Free outdoor parking
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| Hiking in Montserrat Natural Park |
5 - 7 hours |
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Drive to Montserrat passing through the country side surrounding Barcelona. Hiking through the natural park of Montserrat, you will witness the most emblematic sights of Catalonia, and capture its tremendous energy.
Along the way, your guide will explain about the morphology of the mountain, the geography and historical facts of interest. Upon reaching the highest point on the mountain at St. Jerome 4,055 feet (1,236 meters), there is a beautiful uninterrupted 360 degree view of the park. Your effort will be rewarded with a spectacular view stretching from the coast to the Pyrenees.
After a snack and drink break, you will continue the journey back down the mountain. There will be a short tour to the famous Montserrat Basilica, before returning to Barcelona.
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| Basque Coast Half Day Sailing Excursion |
5 hours |
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You will be collected from your hotel and transferred privately to the Getxo pier near Bilbao where you will embark on a sailing boat.
The captain will present himself and give you a briefing of technical data and the necessary safety information for the excursion. If you would like to be involved or want to learn more about becoming a sailor, the captain will give you different duties to be in charge of.
You will head out to sea and follow the wild Basque coastline towards the most natural and beautiful spots like Aizkorri, Barinatxe, Sopelana, Menacoz and Plentzia Gorliz.
After a relaxing half day discovering the most beautiful Basque coastline, you will return back to the pier for your transfer back to the hotel.
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8 hours |
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Begin this tour in the afternoon and go through until evening! Today includes two visits to different spectacles, both related to water - Barcelona Aquarium and the Montjuich Fountains. At Barcelona Aquarium you are about to dive into the sea depths and discover an unknown, fascinating world. A magic, mysterious world that brings you closer to its inhabitants and its most curious aspects. A living show, changing, with some 11,000 animals and approximately 450 different species in the Mediterranean and tropical tanks, as well as the permanent displays Planeta Aqua and Explora! Next you will have some free time at the biggest commercial and cultural center of Barcelona, The Maremagnum. It is located at the port and is the old harbor of Barcelona. For the Olympic Games of 1992 it was partly redeveloped with a modern leisure area with shops, bars, cinemas and the Barcelona Aquarium. Next you will see the Montjuich Fountains where you can see the show of water, lights and music. Admire this magic fountain when it explodes into a spectacular display of color and music! The Montjuich Fountains or The Magic Fountain is a "must see" for any visit to Barcelona!
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