Figueres

Figueres, a city in the province of Girona, Catalonia, Spain, is currently newsworthy due to several factors. It's emerging as a more affordable housing market compared to Girona, offering larger properties at lower prices. However, like other mid-sized Catalan cities, it faces challenges related to population growth and resource strain. Recent events include transport disruptions on the R11 and RG1 Rodalies train lines due to strong winds and fallen trees, impacting travel to and from Figueres. A 76-year-old driver was arrested for driving against traffic on the AP-7 highway near the city. The city mourns the death of former mayor Marià Lorca, who served from 1983 to 1995. Figueres is also culturally significant as the birthplace of Salvador Dalí; his childhood home now exhibits a restored screen with oriental motifs. The city's connection to Dalí continues to draw attention and tourism.