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The majestic tall ship, Galeón Andalucía, is docked at Bristol harbourside from today (July 18).

The impressive vessel is meticulously historically accurate replica of a 17th century Spanish galleon (merchant ship) and will be docked in Bristol until July 28 as part of the 2025 European Tour.

The stunning 55-meter-long ship has six decks made from iroko and pine wood, and nearly 1,000 square meters of sail area across its seven sails, and is home to a floating museum of maritime culture.
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00:00The majestic tall ship Galeón Andalusia has a docked at Bristol Harbourside from today
00:06as part of the Harbour Festival. The impressive vessel is a historically accurate replica of a
00:1217th century Spanish Galeón and will be docked at Bristol until July 28th as part of its 2025
00:20European tour. From today until July 27th, Bristolians will be able to explore its five
00:26decks and learn about its details, navigation, the daily life of its crew and its own unique story.
00:33The experience is enriched by boarding a ship that still sails the world's ease
00:38with a young crew who share astonishing tales from their long voyages.

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