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'''Cadiz''' is the capital of the [[Cadiz (province)|Cadiz Province]] in the [[Andalucia]] region of [[Spain]].
'''Cadiz''' is the capital of the [[Cadiz (province)|Cadiz Province]] in the [[Andalucia]] region of [[Spain]].
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Cádiz is located on a narrow slice of land surrounded by the sea. The older part of Cadiz, within the remnants of the city walls, is commonly referred to as the Old Town. It is characterised by the antiquity of its various quarters, among them El Pópulo, La Viña, and Santa María, which present a marked contrast to the newer areas of town. While the Old City's street plan consists of narrow winding alleys connecting large plazas, newer areas of Cadiz typically have wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks where exotic plants flourish, including giant trees supposedly brought to Spain by Columbus from the New World.
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Cádiz is on a narrow slice of land surrounded by the sea. The older part of Cadiz, within the remnants of the city walls, is commonly referred to as the Old Town. It is characterised by the antiquity of its various quarters, among them El Pópulo, La Viña, and Santa María, which present a marked contrast to the newer areas of town. While the Old City's street plan consists of narrow winding alleys connecting large plazas, newer areas of Cadiz typically have wide avenues and more modern buildings. In addition, the city is dotted with numerous parks where exotic plants flourish, including giant trees supposedly brought to Spain by Columbus from the New World.
==Understand==
==Understand==
===History===
===History===
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===By bus===
===By bus===
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For Jerez-Cádiz and other medium range timetables see [http://www.cmtbc.com].
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For Jerez-Cádiz and other medium range timetables see [http://www.cmtbc.com]. Most long range buses are handled by Comes from Plaza de la Hispanidad.
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Most long range buses are handled by Comes from Plaza de la Hispanidad.
===By train===
===By train===
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Frequent trains run to [[Jerez]] and about hourly to [[Seville]]. A very convenient way to come in from Madrid is with the Talgo train [http://www.renfe.es] that runs twice a day covering the distance in about 5 hours.
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[http://www.renfe.es Frequent trains] run to [[Jerez]] and about hourly to [[Seville]]. A very convenient way to come in from Madrid is with the Talgo train that runs twice a day covering the distance in about 5 hours.
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From Jerez to Cadiz fares are only 5€ for an adult and 3€ for a child - see train timetable here: http://www.renfe.com/EN/viajeros/index.html
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From Jerez to Cadiz fares are only €5 for an adult and €3 for a child - see train timetable here: http://www.renfe.com/EN/viajeros/index.html
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Trains from [[Seville]] are around 16€ for a single and 20€ for a return. Make note, if you get a return you have to book your seat reservation for the way back upon arrival at the station, otherwise you'll be expected to pay the full fare!
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Trains from [[Seville]] are around €16 for a single and €20 for a return. Make note, if you get a return you have to book your seat reservation for the way back upon arrival at the station, otherwise you'll be expected to pay the full fare!
===By car===
===By car===
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San Fernando, [[El Puerto de Santa Maria]], Conil, Vejer, Medina Sidonia, [[Arcos de la Frontera]], [[Jerez]]
San Fernando, [[El Puerto de Santa Maria]], Conil, Vejer, Medina Sidonia, [[Arcos de la Frontera]], [[Jerez]]
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There are 5 bus routes which tour the town and all start and finish at old and new towns, going in a loop. It's 1 euro per ride. The most central is the number 1 and number 2, which goes right through the centre of the old town and towards the stadium at the end.
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There are 5 bus routes which tour the town and all start and finish at old and new towns, going in a loop. It's €1 per ride. The most central is the number 1 and number 2, which goes right through the centre of the old town and towards the stadium at the end.
The number 7 follows the coastline and goes between the two beaches.
The number 7 follows the coastline and goes between the two beaches.
==See==
==See==
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Cadiz is said to be the oldest city in western Europe, as it was founded by Phoenician sailors about 3.000 years ago, as a commercial stronghold. Archeological remains can be found all around the old town. The Archeological Museum (Plaza de Mina) exhibits are interesting, specially two Phoenician stone sarcophagus. The remainings of the Roman theatre just behind the Old Cathedral are also worth a visit.
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Cadiz is said to be the oldest city in western Europe, as it was founded by Phoenician sailors about 3.000 years ago, as a commercial stronghold. Archeological remains can be found all around the old town. The Archeological Museum (Plaza de Mina) exhibits are interesting, specially two Phoenician stone sarcophagus. The remains of the Roman theatre just behind the Old Cathedral are also worth a visit.
The massive stone walls and forts that can be seen surrounding the old town were built to protect the city after the British attack and sacking in 1596, and the forts of San Sebastian and Santa Catalina (and occasionally Baluarte de la Concepcion) are open to the public.
The massive stone walls and forts that can be seen surrounding the old town were built to protect the city after the British attack and sacking in 1596, and the forts of San Sebastian and Santa Catalina (and occasionally Baluarte de la Concepcion) are open to the public.
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==Do==
==Do==
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Enjoy the best sunset in Spain at 'Playa de la Caleta' at the northern end of the old town. The main beaches (Santa Maria del Mar, Victoria, and Cortadura) start at the edge of the old town, continue all along the new town, and on alongside the road to San Fernando. In total some 10 km of the widest, cleanest beaches you will find in Europe, with safe bathing from around May to October. The summer heat is usually tempered by an Atlantic breeze, although on days when the ''Levante'' blows beware of flying sand.
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Enjoy the best sunset in Spain at 'Playa de la Caleta' at the northern end of the old town. The main beaches (Santa Maria del Mar, Victoria, and Cortadura) start at the edge of the old town, continue all along the new town, and on alongside the road to San Fernando. In total some 10 km of the widest, cleanest beaches you will find in Europe, with safe bathing from around May to October. The summer heat is usually tempered by an Atlantic breeze, although on days when the ''Levante'' blows beware of flying sand.
'''Victoria Beach''' is short bus ride (number 7 or number 2) away from the old town and is beautiful with clean water and lots of activities including beach football and volleyball, surfing and kite flying all available.
'''Victoria Beach''' is short bus ride (number 7 or number 2) away from the old town and is beautiful with clean water and lots of activities including beach football and volleyball, surfing and kite flying all available.
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'''Semana Santa''' (Easter or Holy Week) is less formal than in [[Sevilla]], and probably more authentic and emotive an experience for that.
'''Semana Santa''' (Easter or Holy Week) is less formal than in [[Sevilla]], and probably more authentic and emotive an experience for that.
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==Buy==
==Buy==
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| content=Owner Richard is a bit of a local legend after naming his bar after his wife's nationality. You'll find a good deal of cocktails and beers for around 1 euro.
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| content=Owner Richard is a bit of a local legend after naming his bar after his wife's nationality. You'll find a good deal of cocktails and beers for around €1.
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| content=A good mix of locals and ERASMUS students in here. They offer deals midweek and a bar crawl runs from 11pm on Tuesday and Wednesday, although the turnout isn't always fantastic
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| content=A good mix of locals and ERASMUS students in here. They offer deals midweek and a bar crawl runs from 11PM on Tuesday and Wednesday, although the turnout isn't always fantastic
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| content=The main haunt for internationals during the weekdays and weekends. Closes late (around 3pm) and is exceptionally cheap. You'll get lots of English speakers in here, especially around the end of September/start of October as that's when the ERASMUS scheme arrives and people like to get to know people
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| content=The main haunt for internationals during the weekdays and weekends. Closes late (around 3PM) and is exceptionally cheap. You'll get lots of English speakers in here, especially around the end of September/start of October as that's when the ERASMUS scheme arrives and people like to get to know people
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| content=This is usually where the Nahu frequenters end up after Nahu. More expensive but open till 7am
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| content=This is usually where the Nahu frequenters end up after Nahu. More expensive but open till 7AM
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| content=Only open on Thursday/Friday/Saturday and located closer to the new town, but you'll find some famous acts going on if you're lucky and is always jam packed.
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==Sleep==
==Sleep==