Magdalena Peninsula

The Magdalena Peninsula is a 69 acre (28 hectare)[1] peninsula located near the entrance to the Bay of Santander in the city of Santander, Cantabria along the north coast of Spain.

The peninsula is a popular recreational destination for both tourists and locals. The historic Palacio de la Magdalena is located on the peninsula, which along with its surrounding gardens, is designated as a cultural heritage site.[2] Also located on the peninsula are a small zoo, three galleons of the Cantabrian mariner Vital Alsar Ramírez, and two beaches. [2]

References

  1. ^ "El Palacio de la Magdalena". Ayuntamiento de Santander. 2002. http://www.palaciomagdalena.com/home_ing.html. Retrieved February 9, 2009. 
  2. ^ a b "What to do in Santander, Spain". Tour Spain Travel Guides. http://www.tourspain.org/santander/whattodo.asp. Retrieved February 9, 2009.