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Tarifa, Spain and Roman ruins

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April 6th 2008
Tarifa is the southernmost point of the continent (the straight of Gibraltar is slightly north). Here, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, the winds are fierce and constant. This cannot be overstated: the sand on the beach will blow into your face and stay there from the impact. The water is not too cold, however, and the winds attract a younger, adventurous element to this premier windsur ... read more

Europe » Spain » Andalusia » Tarifa

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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