Cambrils, Spain

Cambrils, Spain
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Cambrils is a seaside town on the coast in the province of Tarragona, in Catalonia, Spain. It covers 34.76 sq km (13.42 sq mi) and has a population of 32,000 people.

Human habitation in Cambrils goes back to prehistoric times. Under Roman rule, a number of villas was built here, as confirmed by archaeological evidence. One of the major events in the town's history was the Guerra del Segadors or "War of Reapers", when Cambrils became the battle site between Catalonia and King Philip IV of Spain. Although the locals were eventually defeated, they managed to withstand a siege of three days. This is now commemorated by a yearly ceremony at the Plaça del Setge, or "siege square".

In the past few decades Cambrils developed a number of industries such as petrochemical and services. As with elsewhere in Spain, tourism is not neglected. The town has a number of sights worth visiting, as listed out on this page.

Torre de l'Esquirol, a heritage monument in Cambrils
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Visiting Cambrils

Take either the A-7 motorway of C-32 coastal highway heading west out of Barcelona to reach Cambrils.

Places of Interest in Cambrils

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