Barcelona Travel Guide
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The Old Town Barcelona's old town, or Ciutat Vella , is the heart of the city. It's made up of many small neighbourhoods, full of old-world character, linked by narrow, winding streets. The old town has recently enjoyed an economic revival after many years of decline. Students, foreigners and artists have moved into the area, attracted by its sense of … Read Barcelona introduction
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Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia
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Began in the first century as a chapel, the construction of the present Gothic temple was initiated in 1928. The crucifix of the Christ of Lepanto (16th century), the crypt of Santa Eulàlia—the patron saint of Barcelona, and the …
Colon Hotel
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This hotel offers excellent views of the cathedral situated directly opposite. It was built in 1951 with an impressive façade that was given a …
Margarita Blue
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Fried green tomatoes, fajitas, fresh salads and a range of Mediterranean dishes are what the menu offers in this colourful restaurant. It attracts the young and trendy in large numbers for drinks—try the house cocktail: …
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i've just come across this, and thought i'd review, me and a friend went last summer, we've both never been to such an awful, vile place in our lives! we were staying in the city ... more
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Introduction
After a makeover lasting more than two decades, Barcelona has transformed itself into one of the most dynamic and stylish cities in the world. Summer is serious party time, but year-round the city sizzles - it's always on the biting edge of architecture, food, fashion, style, music and good times.
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La Pedrera This hallucinatory, undulating beast is yet another madcap Gaudí masterpiece, built between 1905 and 1910 as a combined apartment and office block. Formerly called the Casa Milà, it's better known as La Pedrera (the quarry) because of its uneven grey stone facade that …
Facts for the Traveller
Population : 1593000 Area : 487km² Longitude / Latitude : 2.15899991989 / 41.358001709 Currency : euro (EUR) Weights & Measures system : Metric
Getting there & Getting around
Getting there If you're flying to Barcelona, the airport is 12km (7.5mi) southwest of the city centre. It's a fairly busy airport and receives many direct flights from North America and Europe. Alternatively you can catch an international train to Barcelona. Buses are a cheaper, less …
History
Recent History The 1992 Olympics allowed Barcelona to once again strut its stuff on the world stage, projecting an image of cultural prosperity. It hasn't looked back since. The once-shabby waterfront has been transformed with promenades, beaches, marinas, restaurants, leisure attractions …
Weather
Barcelona enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with cool winters and hot summers. If it's sun you're after, the best months to go are May, June and September. The heat is at its harshest in July and August, with highs sometimes reaching the mid-30°s C (90°F) Summary of average yearly weather …
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Overview
Capital of Catalonia, Barcelona has long been dubbed La Gran Encisera -- the Great Enchantress. Little wonder: with the bustle of the world's busiest seaport, the medieval romance of its Gothic Quarter, and a feast of Catalan Art Nouveau buildings -- including the great creations of Antonio …
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