Discovering treasures near home
In a world where exotic destinations often overcome travelers’ attention, it is easy to forget the wonders around us. Catalonia, with its rich history, offers a range of emblematic places to explore without having to take long crossings. The subscription from Bat to Bat Costa Dorada facilitates access to a series of monuments that connect us with the past accessibly and amazing.
Tarragona: A trip to ancient times
The city of Tarragona is a true testimony of the Roman past, where every corner tells a story. The remains of the Roman Tarraco, one of the most important nuclei of the Empire, allow us to travel back in time. Among its prominent monuments, the National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona (MNAT) offers a fascinating view of the origins of the city, from its inception to the fall of the Empire.
The Paleocristian Necropolis: Reflections on Life and Death
Just minutes from the museum, the Paleochristian necropolis invites us to reflect on life and death. This space, dating to the 3rd century AD, gives us a unique opportunity to explore the way ancient cultures conceived death, a theme that is still relevant today.
The Carthusian legacy in the Priorat
Beyond Tarragona, the Priorat reveals the monastery of Escaladei, the first Carthusian monastery in the Iberian Peninsula. This architectural gem not only represents an important religious legacy, it also offers a vision on the monastic life of one of the most enigmatic orders. The recent restoration of the monastery has allowed visitors to enter their history through immersive experiences.
Medieval routes and the influence of the Cistercian
The Royal Monastery of Santes Creus, another of the emblems of the Císter Route, transports us to an age of religious splendor and monastic power. This monastery, with its Gothic and Romanesque architecture, houses the remains of important figures in Catalan history, such as the kings Peter the Great and Jaume el Just.
The castle of Miravet: testimony of historical confrontation
Located on the banks of the Ebro river, the castle of Miravet offers a spectacular view and a rich story that extends from the old Iberian establishment to the Templars and Hospitalers struggles of the 20th century. Each stone of this castle tells a chapter of the many battles that have marked the territory.
The mansion of Eduard Toda: a journey to the story
We finish this tour with a visit to the Monastery Castle of Escornalbou, a place that reflects the life and passions of Eduard Toda, a fascinating character who left a significant imprint on Catalan history and culture. Its restoration and its connection with the Egyptian past allow us to appreciate the diversity of experiences that Catalonia offers.
With the subscription of Bat a Bat Costa Dorada, travelers can customize their journey through these historical wonders, thus discovering not only the cultural heritage, but also the identity of a region rich in history and tradition.
