Old Vic-wonderful architecture

Vic is a town some 65 kms from Girona. Now that the road connecting the two is being upgraded it only takes 40 mins and is well worth the visit.

The town is dominated by a large square, in the style of the Plaza Mayor of Madrid and Salamanca, Vic's is surrounded with impressive buildings dating back to when wealthy merchants built grand houses on the back of agricultural wealth created in the surrounding fertile valley.

Vic is famous for its pork products, especially the traditionally cured sausages. This is still an important sector and large employer locally.

The Old Town of Vic is a great place to wander around.  Make sure you look up since many of the terraces, tiles under the roofs, and other architectural gems aren't visible at eye level. 

After walking around, go back to the Plaza Mayor.  Be sure to pick a table in the sunny part of the square to sit down, have a drink, and watch the locals talk, eat, and enjoy themselves in this beautiful spot.

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