Salou City Guide

Salou is a seaside resort and tourist centre in Catalonia, about 10 km from Tarragona on the Costa Daurada, and little over 92km to central Barcelona. Aside from its string of beaches interrupted by rocky coves, and its landscaped promenade, one of its main attractions is the Port Aventura complex, formerly owned by the Universal Studios chain of theme parks. Flag Of Salou Salou Monument Nearby is the suburb of Vilafortuny with secluded villas surrounded by walls. Salou is the tourist capital of the Costa Daurada, due to its many tourist facilities and its beautiful beaches; it is a popular holiday destination due to its Mediterranean climate. The town contains theme and water parks such as Port Aventura and Costa Caribe. Port Aventura is a growing theme park resort on the Costa Daurada. Some of its Main attractions are the Dragon Khan, a massive B&M 'mega-looper and The Hurricane Condor a tall falling tower ride which is 100 meters tall. '. The park also has a grand multi-media show, called the 'Fiesta Aventura', every night in which fireworks, fountains and parade-esque floats feature. The latest addition to the park is Furius Baco which is now the fastest Roller Coaster in Europe. The Salou Promenade is one of the most beautiful landmarks of Salou, and it runs right along the coast adjacent to the Llevant Beach, the biggest beach in the town, although other beaches include Platja de Ponent, Platja dels Capellans, Platja Llarga and Cala Crancs. Salou beaches have 34 Blue Flags. Salou's closest airport is Reus followed by Barcelona . Sources The Book of Deeds of James I of Aragon Ramón Muntaner, Chronicle, tr. Lady Goodenough . External links Salou City Council web page PortAventura Fans Salou in Images, Spring 2007 Spain - Info Magazine for english speaking tourists JustSalou, Salou and the PortAventura Theme Park Guide Live beachcam, Salou Guide and Message Board Uncovered, number one for information [http://www.salousoul.info Salou Soul weekender September 2009