Where Are You?
See if you can guess where in the world you are by looking at old tourist photos, a few pieces of information, and Google Street View.
Santiago Rusiñol (1944) by Costa graphic guideOriginal Source: Costa graphic guide
Clue 1
This is what the writer Santiago Rusiñol wrote about this place: "… where the Sun stays longer than in any other place and even Mrs. Moon walks more slowly, afflicted with laziness."
Types and Customs (1944) by Costa graphic guideOriginal Source: Costa graphic guide
Clue 2
According to Strabo, a Greek geographer and historian, the first settlers were the Rhodians, whose warriors were renowned for their use of the slingshot.
The door of the cathedral (1944) by Costa graphic guideOriginal Source: Costa graphic guide
Clue 3
Its capital city is home to a cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the construction of which began in the 13th century. It has the largest rose window in the Gothic world, and its sepulchers, installed in around 1950, are the work of the sculptor Frederic Marés.
Interior of the cathedral (1944) by Costa graphic guideOriginal Source: Costa graphic guide
Clue 4
On certain days, you can see a spectacular natural light show inside it. This happens twice a year, on February 2 (Candlemas) and November 11 (St. Martin's Day).
Clue 5: There are traditional feudal villages here
Although many of them have now either disappeared or been completely transformed, there were still a number of traditional feudal villages here in the mid-20th century, giving this region its own unique style that was much loved by visitors.
Clue 6: There are some amazing natural features here
It's known for its seaside spas, sheltered coves, limestone mountains, and Roman and Morisco ruins. This region spans 1,405 square miles (3,640 sq. km).
Clue 7: Looking back to traditions of the past
Traditional clothing and ancient trades could provide you with some clues here. It's easy to work out which destination this is. Have you guessed where we are yet?
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Story by Eugenia Martín-Crespo and Ana Moreno Garrido.
Photographs from the Costa Pictorial Guide (Guía Gráfica Costa).
In partnership with the Diego de Sagredo Foundation (Fundación Diego de Sagredo).
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