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Santander
Santander is an extensive beach city and the capital of Cantabrian region. Cantabria is an independent community of northern Spain. Santander has become a popular vacation spot for tourists from all around the world. It is the largest city of the province and is located on an ocean.

People visiting Cantabria, commonly start their ventures from Santander as it is the best place to start with, around the province. In addition, it is easy to reach other places from Santander.

Santander has a spacious harbour and has become a major industrial center of northern Spain. The primary export is iron ore, which is mined in the nearby regions and smelted at foundries in the city. Other industries include food-processing plants, shipyards, and factories in which metal goods, paper, and glass are manufactured.

In summers, the beaches in Santander draw huge crowds, from toddlers to grandparents, all coming to the beaches to enjoy sunbathing. In winters, heavy snow accumulates near the coastline, becoming a famous place of activity for surfers.

History
During the XVIII and XIX centuries, the city became a major trading port for the maritime routes between Castile and the American colonies. From around the middle of the XIX century, Santander became one of the most exclusive summer tourist destinations on the northern coast of the Iberian peninsula.

In 1941, the Santander city was caught in a great fire. The entire city was in a state of chaos and much of the historic center was destroyed. The oldest remaining building to be found in Santander today is the Cathedral.

Demography
According to census in 2004, Santander has a population of 183,800.The population rate has remained fairly stagnant for some time now. However, there is a gradual trend of families moving away from the high cost of living to Santander. Despite the fact that Santander is not a huge city, it has a peculiar geography which has attracted tourists on a large scale.

The mountainous regions within the city run from west to east and meet the northern rim of the bay. The city can be divided into two distinct sections - the busy commercial centre where you can find the majority of shops, historic buildings and tourist attractions, and the beach resort of El Sardinero which is home to the city's popular suburbs, the former royal palace and the casino.

Education
The University of Cantabria is the largest university in Cantabria. People come from all around the world to study here. The Magdalena Palace, presented to the monarch by the city fathers, is now the Menendez Pelayo International University which attracts students and teachers from all over Europe and North America. It specializes in teaching foreigners about Spanish language and culture.

Tourism
Satander has become a popular tourist destination, owing mainly to its mild climate, beaches and historical places. Summers are moderate in Satander, winters are mild with grey skies and rain can be expected at any time of the year. The most famous of the beaches is the Sardinero beach with its European style casino.

The city starts at Somorrostro Hill. On this hill, you can see the prominent Cathedral and this is where the old walled city with its castle once stood. The Cathedral is one of the oldest buildings in the capital dating back to XIII c .Opposite the cathedral is the Plaza Porticada surrounded by several public buildings.

The famous Jardines de Pereda (Pereda Gardens), headed by a sculpture of the Cantabrian novelist is very popular among tourists. A sea-side fishing village is found at a distance of 30 minutes from the Santander city popularly knows as San Vicente de la Barquera. Here you can catch the sight of big fishing vessels being unloaded. In the middle of the center and El Sardinero, there is a midway area, boasting huge luxurious building like Casa Pardo and Hotel Real.

El Sardinero is well known part of Santander for its endless accommodation options. Numerous hotels attract tourist with their location near the beaches. These beaches are ideal for sunbathing and swimming in the Cantabrian Sea. Locals stroll along the endless strips of sand running out to the sea, enjoying the cool breeze and beautiful views of the coast.

Four beaches are found between the El Sardinero bay. These are called Camello, Concha, Primera and Segunda. The city has become popular for its commercial infrastructure. Tourists usually find themselves visiting shops lined along the busy streets.

When you return from the Perada gardens, you can see the Santander Bank and the small palace of El Embarcadero, a building with admirable views over the bay. You can find several maritime installations such as the exchange, the harbour and the Naval Command here.

Museums
The Santander most beautfiul scenic beauty is added with the presence of buildings of cultural nature. The Museum of Prehistory and Archeology includes various pre historic finds, considered most valuable in Europe. The Cantabrian Maritime Museum discovers various aspects related to the Cantabrian Sea: marine biology, maritime history, fishing ethnography, etc.

Eateries and Outskirts
Satander is situated halfway between the sea and the mountains. This is why the food eaten here has the characteristics of sea food inclusing rabas (fried squid) and fresh shellfish.The best area to eat fish is the district close to fishing harbour termed as Barrio Pesquero.

Taj Mahal is the only Indian restaurant in town and serves a tasty alternative food to people who are not interested in Spanish food. Sakura near Cuatro Caminos serves Japanese dishes.

Conclusion
Santander is a bustling Atlantic port and a popular seaside resort. It features a small historic center and handful of very nice beaches. Most overseas visitors are students on Spanish study courses, business people and tourists passing through Spain.

City lovers interested in history, architecture and culture will not be disappointed in Santander. Wide tree-lined boulevards with street cafes, elegant plazas, and beautiful parks add up to a city which will enchant the first-time visitor and make them cherish Satander for a lifetime to come.

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