What is a fun fact about Cadiz?


What is a fun fact about Cadiz? Cadiz is a truly ancient city, traditionally founded as 'Gadir' in 1100 BC by the Phoenicians and is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Spain. Its Phoenician roots make Cadiz very unique, and there are archaeological links to its ancient past dating to the 9th century BC.


Can you drink tap water in Cadiz?

Yes, you can drink the tap water in Cádiz, so don't worry about that. Some locals and particularly neurotic travellers still prefer to buy bottled water, but we're not entirely sure why. Unless we have immune systems of iron, or something like that. We don't, the water is more than fine.


Is Cadiz the oldest city in Spain?

I'm so happy to guide you to Cadiz, according to archeological founds, not only the oldest city in Spain but in all of Europe. However, it's difficult to define the date of its founding as there were no written records at past times.