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Tarragona and the Roman Ruins

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May 31st 2019
As someone who greatly enjoys history, the day in Tarragona was a high point in understanding how deeply embedded the Roman Empire was in Spanish culture. In my own experiences I’ve only ever learned about Rome, Italy. Spending Thursday exploring the underground tunnels and high towers of the ruins was exciting and a rewarding sight. Paired with the day before, where we had an opportunity to e ... read more

Europe » Spain » Catalonia

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more