Vilanova I La Geltru is a city located in the province of Barcelona, Spain and the capital of the Garraf comarca. Formally a fishing port, Vilanova I La Geltru is located around 40 km south-west of Barcelona with the renowned coastal resort of Sitges about 10 km to the north-east. The city has anelongated history reaching its peak during the Romantic period. The city has a museum named Biblioteca Museu Victor Balaguer which has collections of Roman, Egyptian and prehistoric remains as well as paintings, coins, sculptures, and a large library. The city also has a railway museum, the Museu del Ferrocarril de Vilanova I La Geltru. Aside from some famous seafood restaurants, the city is a renowned centre for xato.