The medieval town of Tortosa, with more than 2,000 years of history, has been declared a Historic-Artistic Complex due to the legacy of various cultures have left over the centuries. Its fortified complex houses the 10th century Suda Castle, which presides over the city with the Santa Maria Cathedral at its feet. This Gothic temple was built in 1347 on the remains of a Roman temple, a mosque and a Romanesque church from the 12th century. Inside, the chapel of the Virgin of the Ribbon, patron saint of the city, is worth a visit. The baroque ornamentation and the marble altarpiece with the image of the Virgin Mary are of great beauty. To learn about the history of this city with character of the Terres de l'Ebre, tours are organised in which the definitive battle that ended one of Tortosa's cruelest sieges, during the War of Succession, is realistically recreated. The city experienced its splendor during the Renaissance. Every year Tortosa celebrates with a great party that was the most important cultural and artistic center of Catalonia in the 16th century. The celebration includes colourful shows, such as the entourage of city flags, markets and music performances, circus, theatre... Take advantage of the visit to the city to do the gastronomic tour Tastes of the old town. You will taste Delta rice with protected designation of origin, accompanied by oysters, eels and mussels. The baldana sandwich (rice sausage) is another typical delicacy that must be tasted, accompanied by DO Terra Alta wine. Located in the heart of the Terres de l'Biosphere Reserve 'Ebre, Tortosa offers a flat environment ideal for family cycle tours. Enjoy a trip along the Terra Alta Green Way. This route traces the old route of the railway that connected Tortosa with Aragon. You can also escape to Els Ports Natural Park to enjoy nature in the Estrets d'Arnes, a beautiful place made up of cliffs and ravines in the middle of pine forests.