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Cádiz

Coat of arms of Cádiz (Spain)

Population: ~ 160.000

Time difference to London - Time zone GMT/UTC: 1 hour (+/- changes due summertime/daylight saving)

Climate, weather: 14ºC - 20ºC (61ºF - 69ºF) from October to March spring-like with occasional showers in the winter, 24ºC - 26ºC (75ºF - 85ºF) from April to September comfortable and dry in the summer noted by occasional sea breezes.

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Cadiz, possibly the oldest city in Europe, sits on a small, narrow, peninsula of only 10.58 Km (6.5 mi) long. Today Cadiz has a population of 157,000 inhabitants.

Until the construction of the Carranza Bridge in 1969, there only existed the small strip of sand connecting Cadiz to San Fernando, its closest neighbor, making this the only land connection to the rest of Europe.

The almost island positioning of Cadiz and its location between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean has always kept the city as a major focal point in history.

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Cádiz (Spain) - Things to See:

• Gold domed Cathedral
• Passing along the waterfront

Cádiz (Spain) - Local Fiestas and Festivals:

• Carnival (end of Feb)

Situated in the south-western coast of the Iberian Peninsula

The city is situated in the south-western coast of the Iberian Peninsula in the region of Spain known as Andalusia. It is considered a bridge between Europe and Africa, and, certainly, you find the two cultures intimately entwined in nearly all aspects of the art and culture.

Cadiz is not affected by mass tourism.

This means that those who wish to visit will be able to enjoy its many cobblestone streets, wonderfully landscaped squares, numerous ruins, monuments and beaches in perfect leisure without all the trappings of mass tourism.

Capital of the province of Cádiz

The city Cádiz is the capital of the province of Cádiz (same name as the city).

It’s situated in the Bay of the same name, on a peninsula surrounded by the sea. Its straight narrow streets are in contrast with the typical areas such as La Viña, Santa María or El Pópulo.

The inhabitants are called 'Gaditanos'.

Cádiz: A journey on the ocean

The first thing that strikes you when you arrive is the surrounding ocean, imposing on the small peninsula of which lies the city, and the thousands of years of history. Cádiz makes you feel like you are on a ship moving on the ocean towards the endless horizon. You can feel like a captain of one of the many great ships that sailed to America, who at night dreamt of the sounds of the beach. Cádiz is a dream of the ocean.

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Its rich history is present in historic buildings, magnificent parks and charming squares. The city is also the administrative center of the province and has the feel of a capital city without losing its small town touch making it a superb place to practice speaking you newly learned Spainsh with the locals. Cadiz has an excellent climate: warm and temperate. The temperatures range between 14º and 20º in winter and slightly above 22º in summertime. Cadiz is proud to be one of the few cities in the world where inhabitants and visitors enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine per year.

Cádiz, the city of freedom. The constitution from 1812

Cádiz has always been a symbol of freedom for Spain and the monument which is located at the Plaza de España is the center piece of this freedom. It commemorates the constitution from 1812, which is also know as Pepa, because it was proclaimed on the 19th of march, the holy saints day of San José. From the towers of Cádiz you can see the Plaza de España and are always overlook a view of the Atlantic where they say that there is a steady breeze of freedom blowing on Cádiz.

A trip in the El Vaporcito del Puerto

The boat Adriano III, known popularly as "El Vaporcito del Puerto", has been making the route between Cadiz and El Puerto de Santa Maria for more than 50 years. It offers the possibility of knowing the Bay of Cadiz and enjoying a nice cruise in this boat, declared of Cultural Interest.

NIGHT LIFE IN CADIZ

The Plaza’s Mina and San Francisco are where most young people start off the night, having fun in the squares and bars.

The Old town offers a great choice of bars and discothes. In summer the area around the Playa Victoria is the place where most people enjoy the nightlife of Cádiz.

CADIZ CARNIVAL

Cádiz is a city with deep rooted traditions.

Every year in february the whole city celebrates Carnival, which starts with a competiton of popular, satirical songs about a month before Carnival actually hits the streets.

The first weekend all inhabitants (and vistitos) weare fancy dressess and heads out onto the streets to listen to the groups of singers and their special brand of humor.

It’s Carnival in Cádiz!

In February the oldest city of the West is prepared to live the most intense week on the year, the Week of Carnival.

The “coros”, “comparsas”, “chirigotas” and all the “gaditanos and gaditanas” (people from Cádiz) are waiting for you to teach you how to live our celebration. Prepare your fancy dress, your smile and come with us. We will go to “La Plaza” (Mercado), to listen the choirs singing and to drink one “Manzanilla of Sanlúcar”, we will be lost in “La Viña” (District of the Carnival), where we will sing and dance. Later, at night, we will see fireworks in “La Caleta”, knocked down in the beach. We will follow the celebration "whereas the body holds", we have ten days of music, laughter and joy. Do you want to come and enjoy them?

¡Te esperamos, in Cadiz!

The oldest City of the West

Founded in 1.100 B.C. by the Phoenicians it has a special personality; every travel guide describes Cadiz as a unique discovery - a spoilt treasure of the Andalusian landscape.

Not greatly affected by tourism it offers a huge range of delights: the amazing architecture, the huge range of sport activities, the culture and the friendly locals.

Quarters

The old quarter - still sheltered by its surrounding walls, is known by the people of Cadiz simply as Cadiz. This area preserves the charm of all the ancient cultures that have enriched it through the centuries.

The new area - known as 'Puerta Tierra’, has been built outside the city walls on land reclaimed from the sea. It is characterised by its avenues and tall buildings

More information and interesting Web-Sites regarding Cádiz:

► www.cadizayto.es

City government Cadíz

► www.carnavaldecadiz.com

Carnival of Cadíz (in Spanish only)

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