• La Siurana, Mountain village- During the 1960's and 1970's the villagers
abandoned their homes for a new life in the cities. Today, city dwellers
return to the unspoilt village where typical Catalan Masias remain. They
come to enjoy the beautiful scenery, outdoor pursuits, rock climbing,
walking, cycling and relaxing in the beautiful hotels, campsites, rural
casas, which exist throughout the Muntanyes de Prades and the Parc Natural
del Montsant region.
• La Siurana has a superb small hotel, restaurants, botiga and bar in the
village centre, a protected region overlooking the valleys and mountains
surrounding.
LA SIURANA - MUNTANYES de PRADES
• The present name la Siurana was given by the Christians who established
themselves there after the demise of the Muslims who had changed the Latin
name of la Seviriana to Xibrana.
• Located 100 km. south of Barcelona, 40 minutes from the golden beaches of
the Costa Dorada and the Roman city of Tarragona. Reus aiport is within 40
minutes drive and Barcelona airport can be reached in 1 hour.
Breathtaking scenery, steeped with history and culture this craggy
location is a favourite destination for experienced rock climbers. Superb
sheer rocks where experienced climbers gather to face the challenge of the
Muntanyes de Prades. A typical scene at weekends are adventurous
youngsters! facing the arduous task of reaching the summit!
• The climate is hot in the summer and cooler during the short winter.
Camping, casa rurals, small hotel, restaurants and bars can be found in
the village and surrounding area.
• La Siurana is a protected region where old houses and buildings are
protected and much interest and encouragement is given to retain or repair
existing old farmhouses and village houses. La Siurana overlooks the River
Siurana and 'patano' below. Reus, city of culture and arts only 40 minutes
by car, receives it's fresh water supply from this reservoir.
• La Siurana challenge. An experienced rock climber faces the Muntanyes de
Prades. A popular destination for holiday visitors enjoying rural tourism
where accommodation is in demand and many casa rurals, camp sites and
small hotels are offering visitors a superb location to relax. For those
interested in making this their home and seeking an income, holiday
rentals, bed and breakfast, restaurants, bars and hotels are a sound
investment opportunity in this beautiful mountainous region.
• La Siurana, ancient,unspoilt village. Historic site of the last castle in
Catalunya to be held by the Muslims. Nowadays, popular with visitors from
the cities and coastal regions. The historic town of Prades is within 15
minutes drive.
• This beautiful region is easily accessible from the coastal regions and
villages of Catalunya.
• La Siurana, evidence of Bronze Age dwellers have been found in the caves
nearby. An abundance of natural springs, caves, streams, vegetation and
animals made this a perfect habitat for the early bronze age peoples.
• La Siurana, superb mountain location with breathtaking scenery, a
mediterranean climate with influences from the interior and the Pyrenees,
there are many wildlife species and a rich abundance of vegetation
surrounds.
• COSTA DORADA beaches only 40 minutes drive from la Siurana and the
Muntanyes de Prades, a contrast of rivers, mountains and sea make this
region of Catalunya a perfect place for a second or permanent home. Modern
facilities, shops, resorts and entertainment, outstanding scenery, village
life, culture, arts and a superb quality of life opportunity exists.
Tarragona has a bustling commercial and cultural centre with theatres,
cinemas, sports facilities and within easy reach of lively Salou, la
Pineda and Cambrils renowned for its superb fishing harbour and marina.
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