THE UNIVERSITY
OF KANSAS

2001 BARCELONA INSTITUTE
SEAL OF GIRONA

 

GIRONA

 

HOUSES ALON G THE ONYAR RIVER

Located 100 km northeast of Barcelona, Girona straddles the rivers Onyar, Ter, Güell, and Galligans. With its narrow streets, steeped stairs, and splendid monuments, Girona offers a glimpse into the diverse cultural heritage of Cataluña.
ARCADED STREETS

STEPS, GIRONA

 

HOUSE, EL CALLGirona's Jewish Quarter, El Call, dates from the Middle Ages and preserves several historic homes from that period.

 

INTERIOR HOUSE, EL CALL

SANT NICOLAU

Girona's old city, Força Vella, preserves several medieval churches dating from the 11th and 12th centuries.

 SANT FELIU
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Revised 26-May-2005