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Reus is a city in Catalonia, Spain. It is the capital of Baix Camp, in the province of Tarragona. The area has always been an important producer of wines and spirits. It was famous at one time for its brandy.[1] Today Reus is a popular center for rock-climbing.[1] As of 2014, 104,962 people live in the city.[2] The famous architect, Antoni Gaudí, was born in Reus.[3] The poet and playwright Joaquín Bartrina (1850–1880) was born in Reus.[4]

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  • A building in downtown Reus
    A building in downtown Reus
  • A hotel in Reus. The area is a popular tourist attraction[5]
    A hotel in Reus. The area is a popular tourist attraction[5]
  • Reus airport
    Reus airport
  • Flag of the Catalan Association of Reus. 1884
    Flag of the Catalan Association of Reus. 1884
  • Lion of Reus, St. Peter's market square
    Lion of Reus, St. Peter's market square
  • Placa Catalunya with a statue of Joaquin Bartrina
    Placa Catalunya with a statue of Joaquin Bartrina

References

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  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Reus Tourist Information Guide". reus-tourist-guide.com. Retrieved 9 June 2015.
  2. ↑ "Reus (431233)". Statistical Institute of Catalonia. Retrieved 9 June 2015.
  3. ↑ "Reus: the cradle of the Master, Gaudí". Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Archived from the original on 6 July 2022. Retrieved 9 June 2015.
  4. ↑ "Joaquín María Bartrina". Biografías y Vidas. Retrieved 9 June 2015.
  5. ↑ "Reus Tourist Information Guide". reus-tourist-guide.com. Retrieved 9 June 2015.
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