Barcelona Travel Guide
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Old Town Barcelona's old town, or Ciutat Vella , is the heart of the city. It's made up of many small neighborhoods, full of old-world character, linked by narrow, winding streets. Students, foreigners and artists thrive in this area, attracted by its sense of history and cosmopolitan feel along with its trendy bars, concert halls and good restaurants. … Read Barcelona introduction
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Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia (Catedral de Barcelona)
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Began in the first century as a chapel, the construction of the present Gothic temple was initiated in 1928. The 16th-century crucifix of the Christ of Lepanto, the crypt of Santa Eulàlia - the patron saint of Barcelona, and the …
Silken Gran Hotel Havana
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Gran Hotel Havana a beautiful hotel offers excellent amenities. It is housed in the modernist-style Fradera building that dates from 1872. The …
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. Try the house cocktail-Margarita Blue-and the delicious Mexico-inspired tapas. The music is good …
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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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Palau Güell With this commission for wealthy patron Eusebi Güell, Antoni Gaudí first showed what he was capable of. Sombre compared with his later whims, it is still a characteristic riot of styles (Gothic, Islamic, Art Nouveau) and materials. After the civil war, the police …
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 …
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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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