When to describe this lovely town, there are particularly four elements that stand out and which to me symbolize Chipiona; the characteristic church by the sea, the tall lighthouse, the wonderful beaches and, not least, the friendly atmosphere.
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I’m on my way to the Spanish coast, southwest in the region of Andalucía, and the road leading there is something quite special. On the final stretch before reaching my destination, it almost feels like I’m driving on water. Only a thin strip of land on each side, separates the fine motorway from the ocean. And in front of me sparkles a real gem of a city – the port city of Cádiz.
On top of a cliff, bathed in sunshine, lies a beautiful white Andalucían village. Here you won’t find many charter tourists. And if you’re in search for something authentic, Arcos de la Frontera is a good place to start.
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At the very south of the Iberian Peninsula, where two oceans meet, lies a lovely Andalucian fishing town. Tarifa with its location has been an important strategic point for conquerors throughout history. Today however, the town is more famous for something completely different, and which attracts thousands of visitors from around the world. Namely surfing.
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