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  Girona Holiday Apartments and Villas
Girona is a beautiful medieval city located about 90 km north of Barcelona in the Ter valley between the mountain massifs Las Gavarres and Las Guilleries.
Buildt by the romans, Girona is steeped in history, a quilt of architectural styles mixing modern and classical, a Gothic cathedral, a mosque and a synagogue and Jewish quarter.
Girona is well placed for trips to the catalan inland (e.g.
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 Enciclopedia :: encyclopedia : Catalunya   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Aquest territori es troba dividit administrativament en províncies (Barcelona, Girona, Lleida i Tarragona) i subdividit en comarques.
Olot, Sabadell, Terrassa, Reus, l'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Santa Coloma de Gramenet.
Borrell II, comte de Barcelona, Girona, Urgell i Osona (947-992), nét de Guifré, patirà la destrucció de Barcelona per part d'Almansor el 985.
catalan.enciclopedia.cc /Catalunya   (1108 words)

  
 RHISE Vol. 2 - Olivera et al., Revision of the 1427 earthquakes in the Eastern Pyrenees...
Intensity IX is assigned to the town of Olot, which, according to the documents, was destroyed so that the king gave permission to rebuild it in another place (Riera-Melis et al., 1992).
A number of points of intensity VIII are located around Olot, extending mainly to the South as far as 15 to 20 km.
In that analysis data from 387 churches and other ecclesiastical buildings inspected by the visitor were identified, located and classified according to degree of earthquake damage (completely devastated, destroyed in a very large proportion, partially destroyed, with some form of slight damage and with no noticeable effects).
emidius.mi.ingv.it /RHISE/ii_14oli/ii_14oli.html   (3012 words)

  
 Spanish property in Girona - Zones and Maps - Spain
Olot is the capital of the area which is divided into two parts by the River Fluvià, both with their strange and unique landscapes.
Olot is an ample town of 28,000 people and has amenities including a wide variety of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and a hospital.
Scattered along the floor of one of the prettiest valleys in the Eastern pyrenees, the village is surrounded by a handful of hamlets and scattered farmhouses.
www.property-net-girona.com /zones/la_garrotxa.html   (1736 words)

  
 Sherpa Bike Rides: Cycling in  Catalonia Spain
In Girona you have a full day to enjoy this splendid city with its interesting Jewish quarter, Cathedral with its wide gothic nave and its ancient city walls that you can walk around and on top of.
From Girona airport, you will need to take an airport bus into the city (hourly, taking 20 minutes) to catch the train to Ripoll.
The only way to see Girona is by foot and the best part to see is the Call, the old quarter with it's narrow streets and steep alleyways.
www.sherpa-walking-holidays.co.uk /tours/cycling/cspdos.htm   (1688 words)

  
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The "Olot Train" linked the town of Olot to the city of Girona, and sought to link the hinterland with the coast as far away as Sant Feliu de Guíxols.
The old route taken by the tracks linking Olot to Girona is known as the "La Ruta del Carrilet" and is a Green Lane, or an ecologically-friendly pathway for cyclists and nature-lovers.
By bicycle the old Olot station is the starting point, crossing the Vall d'en Bas, to gently ascend to the maximum height of the route at El Coll d'en Bas, at 558m above sea level.
www.olot.org /turisme/eng/bicicarril.htm   (403 words)

  
 Olot, university of girona, figueres   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Olot As Olot is a small and neat tourist place, the Citycouncil will not like at all to.
Olot The web's most comprehensive and regularly updated mineralogy database with information on minerals from around the world and thousands of photos.
In Olot carnival is celebrated a week after than in the rest of localities.
www.information-science.org /girona/olot.html   (702 words)

  
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Ripoll to Olot (36km/22mi and 395m of ascent and 670m of descent).
Olot to Girona (63km/39mi and 140m of ascent and 550 of descent).
Girona to San Feliu de Guixols (40km/25mi and 80 m of ascent, 95m descent) Today you follow the Cycle path from Girona to San Feliu de Guixols.
breakaway-adventures.com /dossiers/cycling/.../cycling-in-catalonia.htm   (1550 words)

  
 Olot, nike girona, universitat de girona   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
The city of Olot is located within the protected area of the Garrotxa Volcanic Nature Park..
The Garrotxa County Museum is located in the centre of Olot..
As Olot is a small and neat tourist place, the Citycouncil will not like at all to.
www.destination-travel.org /girona/olot.html   (266 words)

  
 Cicloturisme i Medi Ambient
We suggest a new route which heads from the heart of Girona's Pyrenees, in the village of Ripoll, at 1100 m above sea level to the coast of the Mediterranean sea, crossing a large diversity of landscapes.
Circular route visiting the city of Olot, the natural park of the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone, with the finest volcanic landscape in the Iberian Peninsula and the lovely medieval nucleus of de Santa Pau, with its portical square, the antique walls and its castle.
Transfer to Girona or route from Sant Feliu de Guíxols to Girona through the old train line, in option.
www.grn.es /ciclotur/english/rut_ind/pim.htm   (572 words)

  
 Volacno de Olot  @ http://devoted.to/naturism
The largest crater, (see picture) has a diameter of 500 meters, this was once a fiery hell of volcanic activity, and where now is situated, the small mountain chapel of Santa Margarita.
Elsewhere, due to the forces of nature, erosion by the elements have produced high and steep sided flat topped mesas, where the village of Castellfullit de La Mesa is to be found, giving the spectator an undisturbed view of the surrounding plain
Is 55km from Girona and 700Km from Madrid.
lavidanaturista.iespana.es /articles/nature/2.htm   (239 words)

  
 Mas Molera, rural house in Begudà (Sant Joan les Fonts), Garrotxa - www.Turisme Girona.com rural houseMas Molera   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
It is a place to relax while enjoying the Catalan traditions.
Near the house, there are good communications; it is 1 km from Olot, perfectly placed to enjoy La Garrotxa, the East Pyrenees and the Costa Brava.
3 - Then follow the signs to OLOT on a new dual carriageway after 5 kms.(end of road works Dec.2005) 4 - Go through the tunnels.
www.turismegirona.com /ficha1ingles.asp?id=248   (293 words)

  
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Work experience During the summers from 1980 to 1985, English, French and Catalan teacher at the Institut de Batxillerat Montsacopa (secondary school) in Olot.
In summer 1982, translator at Ràdio Olot for the international news bulletin.
In May 1999 and In May 2000, preparation and correction of the exams on technical translation from English into Catalan in the public competition for a post of computer technician at the Olot Town Hall.
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 Riu Olot Hotel - Girona - Riu Olot Hotel Reviews - TripAdvisor
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I stayed in the Riu Olot in January just after new year with my partner.
Explore our site to find travel information and unbiased reviews on Girona tourism, attractions, maps and much more.
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 Girona vora el riu
la ruta del Carrilet : it follows the route of the old train from Girona to Olot.
Marine Vila in the centre of the Cap de Creus, it still preserved part of the charm of the fishermen's town.
Once there, load bikes into the bus and return to Girona.
www.gironariverside.net /eng32/guia.htm   (354 words)

  
 The Heat... I´m melting!!! Ahhhhhhh
I have now been in the City of Girona for a day and a half.
To get to Girona from Olot we rode bikes (as I´m pretty sure I´ve told you already) The ride was super hot..
Girona is absolutely stunning and reminds us all of a Spanish version of Florence.
www.travelblog.org /Europe/Spain/Girona/blog-71576.html   (719 words)

  
 Pyrenees (Greenway)
We suggest a new route which heads towards the cradle of the Catalan Romanesque from the heart of Girona´s Pyrenees, along the “Ruta del Ferro” (Greenway) going trough Ripoll and Sant Joan de les Abadesses.
The Natural Volcanic Park and the city of Olot are waiting for you so that you can have a good time along the first Greenway in the country “La ruta del Carrilet”, where you will cycle through Les Guilleries, following the rivers Brugent and Ter, towards the monumental city of Girona.
Day 6: Girona – Sant Feliu de Guixols 38 km by a greenway.
www.serac-adventures.com /ingles/cycling/pyrees_g.htm   (255 words)

  
 artnet.com: Resource Library: Vayreda y Vila, Joaquín   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
On his return to Spain, Vayreda y Vila opened a workshop in Catalonia and became the initiator of the school of landscape painting in Olot.
Some 250 oils by Vayreda y Vila survive, mainly views of Olot and figure compositions from his early period, as well as numerous drawings and etchings.
He was awarded numerous international prizes, and at the Exposició Internacional, Barcelona, in 1929 a large retrospective exhibition of his work was organized.
www.artnet.com /library/08/0883/T088357.asp   (318 words)

  
 CAN MARFANY (c.)
Known as the "City of a thousand sieges", Girona has been fought over in almost every century since it was the Roman fortress of 'Gerunda' on the Via Augusta.
In the 8th Century it became the seat of an earldom within Charlemagne's empire.
One of the strongest influences however came from the large Jewish settlement in the city which existed as a semi-autonomous town within Girona, and which flourished for over six centuries under royal protection in exchange for payments.
www.canmarfany.com /uk/Wcd6167f0af534.htm   (205 words)

  
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DAY : Cycling from Girona to Sant Feliu de Guíxols 40 Km.
DAY : After breakfast, pick-up and tranfer from Hotel (Sant Feliu) to Girona airport, timing depending on flight schedule.
Full board 2** hotel accomodation included in Ogassa, Olot, Girona (or nearby) and Sant Feliu de Guixols.
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 Duplex for sale in Olot (Mas Bernat) - Girona
Flat for sale in Lloret de Mar (fenals) - Girona
Flat for sale in Lloret de Mar (fenals santa clotilda) - Girona
Villa for sale in Lloret de Mar (urbanización lloret residencial) - Girona
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 Hotel La Perla - Wotif.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Situated in the city of Olot, within the National Park of La Garrotxa.
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www.wotif.com /hotels/hotel-la-perla.html   (121 words)

  
 Apartment rent vacation holiday Olot, Girona, Cataluna, Spain, Apartment, rent, travel
Apartment rent vacation holiday Olot, Girona, Cataluna, Spain, Apartment, rent, travel
To quote the famous Catalan poet, Jaume Bofill i Mates: “Olot is the lovely capital of the Garrotxa region, with a well defined hegemony and a very special air about it”.
The town offers a little of es, plus the lovely River Fluvía - a delightful place to take a stroll.
www.rent-a-holiday.com /en/spain/cataluna/girona/olot/a4654h2149.htm   (276 words)

  
 Bosch Gallery   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
He settled in Spain, and makes his living as an artist in Girona.
2000 Gallery'In between floors", Cala Fell(Coast near Girona)
1991 1st prize from the town of Girona.
www.akoskin-fine-art.com /profile_html/danilo.html   (84 words)

  
 Vallmajor eqüestre: rural tourism and equestrian tourism
Vallmajor eqüestre is located in the village of Montagut-Oix (bordering neighbouring France), in the Catalan province of Girona, and within the Area of Natural Interest of the Alta Garrotxa, a region close to Olot and other important towns such as Besalu, Figueres or Girona.
Vallmajor is a large and very old Catalan country house which was totally restored in 2002.
All the leisure and culture on offer in cities such as Olot, Figueres, Banyoles and Girona
www.vallmajorequestre.com   (674 words)

  
 SOME PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF VOLCANIC TUFF FROM OLOT (GIRONA, SPAIN)
We have studied several physical and chemical characteristics of the tuffs from Olot, thinking of the increasing use of volcanic "lapilli" as horticultural substrate.
We have determined: particles size, bulk density, particle density, porosity, water retention curve, maximum hydric capacity, hydraulic conductivity and thermic conductivity.
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www.actahort.org /books/150/150_18.htm   (122 words)

  
 Camping
Situated in the Natural Park of the volcanic area of La Garrotxa, in Les Preses, Girona, camping Natura offers its modern facilities and equipment to provide you a pleasant stay in a natural environment.
Near the campsite - Hicking - Cycle trail Olot-Girona - Mountain bike trips - Archery - Climbing
Approach from Olot by the 153 road to Vic-Torelló
www.vayacamping.net /natura/en   (115 words)

  
 JAUME VILANOVA
2001              Course “Gravat I” (engraving I) Escola de belles arts” (Arts and Crafts school) in Olot
2001              Design of Christmas color plate for students of all primary schools in Olot
1997              Design of poster for sports center of Olot
www.jaumevilanova.com /CV/main.html   (141 words)

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