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Lleida Province

Lleida, situated in the western part Catalonian region, offers a mix of the serenity of agricultural fields going hand in hand with the bustling towns offering an array of art forms, festivities, gastronomy, ski resorts of Baqueria, Tuca, Super-Espot, Llessui, Port del Comte and San Joan de L'Ermand and many pristine beaches that make it a favourite tourist destination.

In the capital city of Lleida, you can stroll along the streets laced with many exceptional buildings; savour the native delicacies; feel the eternal charm of Camps Elisis or revel in the grape harvest festival.

Some other towns in Lleida province are La Seu d'Urgell, Mollerussa, Cervera, and Tàrrega.

Food in Spain is an experience rather than just a way of keeping body and soul together. Try out paella, the most famous Spanish dish.

 
Days Out in the Lleida province
>> The Seu Vella in the city of Lleida - this monumental complex offers enthralling views of the city from the protruding jetty of the "llengua de serp" (snake's tongue), which is a must see destination for any visitor. This building dating back to 1278 has five monumental doors and a massive bell tower with 7 bells that portray the early Romanesque architectural style.

>> Monastery of Sant Bartomeu at Bellpuig (Urgell) - this Franciscan monastery, founded in 1507 is renowned for its magnificent Renaissance tomb. The group of conventual buildings that were never fully finished contains cloisters, blending rich Gothic and Renaissance styles

>> Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, at Espot - an enchanting natural park festooned with white water rivers, high mountain springs, and innumerable lakes ( as many as 100 of them ) and the breathtaking Encantats peak makes an ideal setting for outdoor sports such as hiking and mountaineering. Check out the Espot Esquí ski resort at Espot that offers an impressive array of leisure activities.
>> Church of Santa Eulàlia at Erill la Vall - nestled in the picturesque Boí valley, in the small town of Erill la Vall you'll find the church of Santa Eulàlia, which is one of the few Romanesque temples declared as World Heritage by UNESCO.
 
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