A beautiful and tranquil city that is almost surrounded by water, as it juts out into the Bay of Cadiz. It’s been described by many as being like a tongue sticking out into the water, and the city lies in the southwest of the country. Cadiz is believed to be one of Europe’s oldest cities, being founded by the Phoenicians in 1100 BC.
The city is effectively split into two, with the beaches, wide pavements and bars of modern Cadiz. On the other side the traveller is presented with a very different Cadiz. Here are the much older parts, steeped in history.
The influence of the Moors is ever present and there’s some breathtakingly beautiful architecture to be seen, particularly the land gates, narrow cobbled streets, and the Cathedral.
The annual Carnival in February is acknowledged to be the wildest in Spain. The party is fast, furious, high-spirited and lasts for days. Many people spend a whole year preparing for the next one. You won’t get a room at this time of year unless you have booked well in advance.
As well as being a popular holiday destination, the city is still a working port.
