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Sanctuary of Montserrat and Winery Tour
Take part in a mystical visit of the rock formation of Montserrat. A breathtaking visit of the superb mountain range and its XI C Benedictine Sanctuary. After a Rack Railway climb to the top explore the Basilica of the Merced, XVI Century and take in the dulcet tones of the 'Escolania' - the oldest European boys choir. Enjoy picturesque views of the mountain of Montserrat (1236mt) - eroded by wind, rain and frost. Marvel over the Moreneta – a 12C Romanesque statue of the Virgin Mary and visit the Sanctuary Museum that houses paintings from great masters as Caravaggio, El Greco, Picasso and French impressionists.
Combine this excursion with a guided tour of one of the Penedès better known wineries that boasts 150h of both Spanish and French grape varieties and sample sample a trio of their award winning wines. At the winery discover the original vineyard owner's personal history his passion for wine and his link to Hollywood.
