Spanish Mediterranean Coast Tour ~ Girona (Region) This is definitely a place you need to visit if you pass through Portbou. It is a small hill to reach, but it is easily accessible. Be careful if you visit on a rainy day, as you may slip when going up and down the stairs. The feeling of being inside the tunnel is unique, especially if you don't know the history of the person the monument is dedicated to. The view is very beautiful. Don't forget to visit the cemetery next door to see the tomb of Walter Benjamin. #4月好去处2025 #西班牙旅行 #CATALONIA

Mediterranean Spain Tour ~ Girona (Region) This is a church located in the city of Portbou. It sits atop a small hill and was constructed by the Tarragona Railway Company of Barcelona and France. Positioned at the town's highest point, the station square, it was built to serve the religious needs of railway workers. The church features a Neo-Gothic architectural style, making it a striking landmark within the urban complex. Its stained glass windows are particularly notable, with the apse showcasing an image of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in the center, flanked by depictions of Apostle Saint James and the Three Kings. The bell tower is octagonal in shape, crowned with a massive iron cross. Visiting this site is definitely worthwhile, as it offers not only a glimpse into history but also stunning views of the surrounding area, making it a delightful destination.

Due to the impact of the Russo-Ukrainian War, prices have skyrocketed in Spain, with fuel prices doubling and gas prices increasing several times over, not to mention essential items such as food, all of which have seen significant price increases, causing the people to complain about their government. The Spanish government has also introduced some policies to benefit the people, such as reducing some taxes and helping to lower the cost of living. As a foreigner like myself, tax reductions have little impact on me personally, but I am very pleased with one policy they have introduced, which is that suburban trains in Spain are now free. This means that I can use my days off to take the train and explore different places, and visit places that I wanted to go to before but couldn't justify spending 20 or 30 euros on train tickets. Today's weather is nice, so I took the RG11 suburban train to France, because the train terminal of this line is located in the French town of Cerbère, which is adjacent to Spain. After wandering around Cerbère for a few hours, I followed the route of the Spanish Republicans who fled to France and returned to the Spanish town of Portbou, experiencing the taste of exile firsthand. Of course, because EU countries have opened their borders to each other, there are no longer armed soldiers guarding this road, only some dilapidated checkpoints and customs checkpoints remain. Even the border line painted on the road has only a symbolic mark left on both ends. Portbou·Port Bou