From the Barcelona cruise port we cruised through the Gibraltar Strait at around 10:45 PM to get to Cadiz. Cádiz, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Western Europe, was founded by the Phoenicians as a trading post. Cádiz is an ancient port city in the Andalucia region of southwestern Spain. The home of the Spanish Navy, the port boomed in the 16th-century as a base for exploration and trade. It has more than 100 watchtowers, including the iconic Torre Tavira, which was traditionally used for spotting ships. On the waterfront is the domed, 18th-century Cádiz Cathedral, featuring baroque and neoclassical elements. The city's strategic location and its role in trade with the Americas significantly shaped its development, particularly during the 18th and 19th century. Cadiz was effectively the capital of "free Spain" during the Napoleonic Wars (Peninsular War) when Napoleon tried to invade. The Peninsular War, a major part of the Napoleonic Wars, was fought in Spain and Portugal from 1808 to 1814. It pitted France against Spain, Portugal, and Great Britain, and is notable for its brutal guerrilla warfare. There is a lot of history here. The Cadiz cruise port is conveniently located very close to the city center, making it easy for passengers to explore the historic town. It's a short walk, approximately 5-10 minutes, from the port to the heart of Cádiz. As you can see from my pics and videos we arrived at the Cadiz cruise port. We boarded our tour bus to the Bodegas Gonzalez Byass Winery including a sherry and port wine tasting. More to come regarding the Bodegas Gonzalez Byass Winery tour. read more

09/18/17 Located in Andalusia the autonomous communities of Spain. There are seven provinces in Andalusia and one of them is Cadiz close to the Straights of Gibraltar. It is an ancient port city, home of the Spanish Navy and has more than 100 watch towers. Wonderful, warm and friendly people. Didn't have much time to do and see a lot. What a wonderful experience. read more

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