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CANTABRIA TRAVEL DIRECTORY
Cantabria is one of the lesser known but more beautiful untouched jewels of northern Spain.
Most people arriving at the ferry port of Santander usually drive straight through to their destinations without giving Cantabria a second thought, but you really should take the time to discover Cantabria.
The capital, Santander, is located at a beautiful bay. It is an economically extremely active city with an important port. There is an ample cultural offer, specially remarkable are the Menendez y Pelayo International Summer University, and the International Festival. Santander's great sports facilities make it an ideal place for leisure. At a few kilometers from the capital there are the medieval town Santillana del Mar, and the highly interesting prehistorical Caves of Altamira . Some other attractions in the surroundings of Santander are the church of Santa Maria de Valverde, or the natural park of Cabarceno, where you will find animals from the five continents in an outstanding and singular landscape. Finally, Cantabria's colorful popular customs, its artisany and gastronomy make it a holiday destination which certainly will not disappoint.
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