Without doubt, L'Ametlla de Mar is synonymous with the sea, tranquillity and calm. The Mediterranean sea bathes the coastline of this village, located in the county of Baix Ebre. An area that has been host to the Iberians, Celts, Phoenicians and Romans, L'Ametlla de Mar has conserved the purity of its natural surroundings. The origins of L'Ametlla date back to ancient times, when there was only the castle fortress of Sant Jordi. Today, L'Ametlla de Mar is a typical fishing town; in fact, fishing is still a major source of income and the town's cuisine, based on seafood, has won international fame. Its most outstanding dishes are the local rice dish, arrossejat , noodle dishes such as fideuà , seafood mixed grill, shellfish platters and paella, among others. At the port, we can still see the work of these men of the sea, going out in their boats to fish and coming back at twilight with   their catches, with the fish immediately being sold at auction on their return. One of the biggest attractions of the area are its coves and cliffs. Fourteen kilometres of coast where the waters are crystal-clear and the sand is fine or coarse, depending on where the visitor goes. There are also many different opportunities for marine sports in these Mediterranean waters. Diving, fishing or sailing, among others, can all be pursued without any difficulty. There are also a lot of land-based sports on offer, including the famous motorbike circuit of Calafat. And for nature lovers there are highly interesting routes to follow on foot or by bicycle. Yet another way to get to know the marvellous things this area has to offer.