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Cadaques

Cadaqués, Spain is one of the Costa Brava’s most hidden gems. An almost untouched hillside village with colourful houses and cobblestone paths leading down to a harbour inlet. Right out of a postcard, it is no wonder that this Spanish village was once the home of art...

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Cadaques — Cadaqués, Spain.

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Cadaqués, Spain is one of the Costa Brava’s most hidden gems. An almost untouched hillside village with colourful houses and cobblestone paths leading down to a harbour inlet. Right out of a postcard, it is no wonder that this Spanish village was once the home of artist Salvador Dalí. Just a few hours from both Barcelona and Girona. This was Dali’s only fixed house, where he lived and worked, from 1930 till 1982 when Gala, his wife, died. His house-museum is located in Portlligat, a small port located 20 minutes walking distance from the centre of Cadaques. Today, Dali’s house museum is open to all visitors and showcases his eccentric style of living, and pieces of art.

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Cadaqués is absolutely worth visiting as one of Costa Brava's most hidden gems, featuring an almost untouched hillside village with colorful houses and charming cobblestone paths that lead down to a picturesque harbor inlet. The village's postcard-perfect scenery and rich artistic history make it a unique destination on the Spanish coast.
Salvador Dalí's house-museum is located in Portlligat, a small port situated about 20 minutes walking distance from the center of Cadaqués. The house is open to all visitors and showcases Dalí's eccentric lifestyle and artwork, making it a must-see attraction for art enthusiasts.
Salvador Dalí lived in Cadaqués from 1930 until 1982, when his wife Gala passed away, making it his only fixed house where he lived and worked for over five decades. This long residence in the village deeply influenced his artistic career and made Cadaqués an important part of his legacy.
Cadaqués is conveniently located just a few hours from both Barcelona and Girona, making it easily accessible from these major Spanish cities. The village's proximity to these transportation hubs makes it an ideal destination for travelers exploring the Costa Brava region.
Beyond the Dalí house-museum, Cadaqués offers visitors the charm of exploring its colorful houses, walking its cobblestone streets, and enjoying the scenic harbor inlet views. The village itself, with its authentic postcard-like appearance and artistic heritage, provides plenty of opportunities for photography, wandering, and experiencing authentic Costa Brava culture.

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