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Girona in Catalonia is a popular place to visit for those seeking a culture-filled Spanish holiday - and it's little wonder, as the city is home to a plethora of intriguing museums and monuments. Coupled with the wealth of cheap accommodation that can be found in the area, including the likes of the Peninsular Girona hotel, these attractions make for an unforgettable getaway. Located close to Barcelona, Girona has a unique history that is explored in some detail within its various museums. The Museum of the History of the City in particular offers 14 rooms of fascinating exhibits that tell the story of Girona's past in chronological order, starting with the earliest human remains to have been uncovered in the region. Elsewhere, the Museum of Archaeology delves deeper into Girona's story with the help of artefacts dating as far back as the prehistoric era, while the Museum of the History of the Jews details the important role that Catalonia's Jewish communities have played in Spanish history over the centuries. If you love all things film-related, you will want to head to the Museum of Cinema, which offers an intriguing exploration of the movie industry's 500-year history. Similarly, art fans will likely wish to add the Museum of Art to their itineraries. The establishment is home to around 8,500 works that date from the pre-Romanesque period up until the 21st century. In terms of monuments, the best place to head to on a holiday to Girona is the city's historic centre, which is also known as the Old Town or Old Quarter. Here, you will find remnants of Girona's ancient past, including the Carolingian Wall - which offers magnificent views from the towers that can be found at various points along its length - and the 12th-century cathedral, which houses the exquisite Tapestry of Creation. The tapestry features a number of images depicting some of the creation myths and stories that have come into being over the centuries and is well worth examining on a trip to the cathedral, which also has the widest gothic nave to be found anywhere in Europe. Other important buildings in the Old Town include the ancient monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants, the Romanesque Arab baths, the Church of St Feliu and the Church of St Nicolau, which has a unique octagonal dome. Elsewhere in Girona, the Jewish Quarter is one of the best-preserved Jewish areas of its kind in the whole of Europe and harbours several structures that are likely to appeal to those interested in historic architecture. Explore Girona's historic monuments and fascinating museums with the help of cheap accommodation from VivaStay - we offer a wide range of low-cost rooms ideal for making the most of this wonderful Spanish city, including those at the Peninsular Girona hotel.
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