Cadiz is not only the oldest city in the Western Europe, but it is also the most southern city. The city is situated on the Bay of Cadiz and surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean. It is joined to the rest of the Peninsula by a narrow isthmus.
The coastline of the province of Cadiz runs 260 km. and have countless beaches of fine, white sand and crystal clear water. Students appreciate its milder climate thanks to its proximity to the sea, with an average temperature of 17 C and around 300 days of sunshine per year! Cadiz is a city with university flair and its people are welcoming and friendly. The population is about 150,000 inhabitants. The city has many beaches: the new part of Cadiz city also has important sport facilities and cultural festivals like Carnaval and Semana Santa.