Hospitalet de l'Infant
The small and scenic town of Hospitalet de L'Infant is charming
in its own right. This panoramic town sits near the harbour, and
has an estimated population of only 4,253 families. The 102 square
kilometers of Hospitaletde L' Infant is situated in the Baix Camp
region, and includes 2 small towns and 3 villages. On the coastal
line you will find Hospitalet de L'Infant and L'Almadrava, and
further into the mountains are the villages of Vandellós,
Masriudoms and Masboquera, all of which give a warm welcome to
visitors like you.
The area possesses a long history that dates to 1191, when the township of Vandellós ( which means Valley of Laurel) received a Royal Charter. In 1346, Peter IV ("infante Pere") and his mother Blanca d'Anjou instituted the old hospital which bore the name, and thus, Hospitalet de L'Infant was founded. The hospital was built to shelter pilgrims and wayfarers. Today, only vestiges of the historic hospital are left -- a piece of the wall, a tower
and several arches.The town is just 25 kilometers away from Spain's capital, Barcelona. It is lined with long, heavenly shorelines and beaches, with wide curves of soft, golden sands that embrace clear blue waters from the Med. This beautiful sea has dramatic mountains for a backdrop. A lot of nice coves can also be found. The city thrives on its port and its great beaches that attract throngs of tourists in the summer. As well, L'Hospitalet de l'Infant has a lovely boardwalk where you can relax to your heart's content.
Apart from the modern personality of the town, there is a charm comprising of culture and art. Musical events and shows are held in the town annually. There s a unique outdoor cinema that people can go into to watch the latest films. For kids, a fun animation show is provided.
Food is never a problem in Hospitalet de L Infant . Within the vicinity are restaurants and cafés that serve both local and international cuisines.