TRAVEL GUIDES DIRECTORY: COSTA DORADA SPAIN HOSPITALET DE L'INFANT

The small and scenic town of Hospitalet de l'Infant is charming in its own right. This panoramic town sits near the harbor, and has an estimated population of only 4,253 families. The 102 square kilometers of Hospitalet de l'Infant is situated in the Baix Camp region, and includes 2 small towns and 3 villages. On the coastal line you will find Hospitalet de L'Infant and L'Almadrava, and further into the mountains are the villages of Vandellós, Masriudoms and Masboquera, all of which give a warm welcome to visitors like you.

The area possesses a long history that dates to 1191, when the township of Vandellós ( hich means Valley of Laurel) received a Royal Charter. In 1346, Peter IV ("infante Pere") and his mother Blanca d'Anjou instituted the old hospital which bore the name, and thus, Hospitalet de L'Infant was founded. The hospital was built to shelter pilgrims and wayfarers. Today, only vestiges of the historic hospital are left -- a piece of the wall, a tower and several arches.

The town is just 25 kilometers away from Catalonia's capital, Barcelona. It is lined with long, heavenly shorelines and beaches, with wide curves of soft, golden sands that embrace clear blue waters from the Med. This beautiful sea has dramatic mountains for a backdrop. A lot of nice coves can be seen around the place as well. The city thrives on its port and its great beaches that attract throngs of tourists in the summer. As well, L'Hospitalet de l'Infant has a lovely boardwalk where you can relax to your heart s content.

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