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Platja d'Aro
Platja d'Aro, also called Playa de Aro, is a coastal town in the Gerona province
of Catalonia and is very close to Gerona Airport.
The Pla de Palol archaeological site show traces of settlements here from the
Roman times, and historical sites to visit include the 11th century Santa Maria
Church and the remains of the fortress of Castell d'Aro.
Platja d'Aro has an great climate and is a favourite with tourists and locals
almost the whole year around. You can take a tour along the mountains around
this town, stopping at the Font del Ferro and Font de la Boixa springs.
Mas Daussa, a farm house built between the 16th and 17th centuries, and Rocas
Martinas, a centre from which you can have a great view of the Costa Brava coastline
are also places not to be missed in the area.
The very famous museum of the painter Dali in Figueres, the collection of
pottery and ceramics in La Bislal, the fishing port of Palamos, and a "living"
museum of fishing are added attractions to visit.
Take the coastal walkway along the two-mile beach and visit some of the scores
of little coves - discover these either on foot or on wheels - to just relax,
or try some of the water sports on offer.
The Emporda area offers good golf courses; within a radius of 20 miles there
are five courses to choose from !
In town the main shopping street has markets and shops offering everything,
including your souvenirs to take home. In Palamos Port, you can buy fresh fish.
The pavement cafes and restaurants are good to viist for a break and there
is even a modern bowling alley.
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Playa Gran de Platja d´Aro This is a large cove with fine sand - lifeguard and Red Cross post. Ideal for sports, this cove also offers showers, sun lounger hire and restaurants.,
