Cadiz, Spain
Stop two on our cruise
Cadiz is the oldest continuously inhabited city on the
Iberian Peninsula, serving as a home port to the Spanish navy since the 18th
century. 3000 years old, it is famous for its Moorish charm.
From the port we walked to the Hop On and Off bus stop, an
easy five minute walk to Piazza del Duomo. We boarded the bus and as always,
headed up the stairs to the open top deck. The entire tour takes about an hour
and a half and passes most of the interesting landmarks in the city. The cost
was seventeen euros each and well worth it. Once we had completed the tour, we
started our walk around the city.
The Monument to the Constitution of 1812 signifies the
independence of Cadiz. It is beautiful building in the center of the Plaza de
Espana.
The old town is
within the remnants of the ancient city wall and charming with its winding
streets and historic architecture. The Cadiz Cathedral, a baroque cathedral
housing a museum with jewels from the New World, the Tavira Tower, the tallest
of the old watchtowers, San Sebastian Castle and Santa Cruz Church are just a
few of the places you will want to explore.
There is a ruin of a 1st
century Roman theater, but unfortunately
it is fenced and nearly impossible to see.
The Old town is separated from the new town by Puerta de
Tierra, a marble door from 1756. There you will find shopping, cafes, tapas
bars and beautiful beaches.
The new city has more modern architecture and some
lovely parks. An easy walk, we
circumvented the entire city, both new and old in just over two and a half
hours.
Cadiz is an excellent starting port for Seville, the capital
of Andalusia and a UNESCO heritage site. You can visit the Andulusia School of
Equestrian Arts, devoted to conserving the abilities of the Andulusia horses or
the Sherry Capital of the World, Jerez de la Frontera.
I was impressed with my visit to Cadiz and would recommend
it.
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