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Whistlestop Tour of Barcelona by Anne Sewell
| Visiting Barcelona, with
limited time? There is so much to see in this fascinating city, which
would normally take at least a week, but it is possible to see the major
highlights in a couple of days too.
I would highly recommend
the following:
The Gaudà masterpieces:
1. Temple de la Sagrada
Familia - or Temple of the Sacred Family - GaudÃ's unfinished masterpiece
and a must-see in Barcelona. A fascinating combination of the original
architects' vision (Martorell and De Villar), combined with the magic of
GaudÃ. Unfortunately Gaudà passed away before the work was complete.
Construction still continues on this amazing building and your entry fee
helps towards this.
2.
Casa Milà (La Pedrera)
- in the L'Eixample neighbourhood - Antoni Gaudà was commissioned
by the industrialist, Pere Milà , to construct a building on the boundary
of Barcelona and Grà cia, as both a family residence and also to be leased
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Owing to the way its facade
appears to be carved out of rock, the Casa Milà was nicknamed "La Pedrera",
which means stone quarry. Amazing interior architecture, as well
as the famous and fascinating chimneys on the rooftop.
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3. Casa Battló also
in the L'Eixample neighbourhood - a fairytale building. Originally
Gaudà was commissioned to demolish the building, and build from scratch,
but he convinced the owner to let him completely redesign the existing
building. This was in the days when the Paseo de Gracia was undergoing
a "keep up with the Jones'" battle - everyone trying to outdo each other
with their architecture. Gaudà did an incredible job using tiles and scales
on the exterior of the building, wonderful interior design, plus again
the famous chimneys on the roof top.
4.
Parque Güell
(Güell Park) - ideal for a restful stroll after your busy days in
Barcelona. Originally planned to be a residential area, it is now
a beautiful park with many wonderful Gaudà creations in tilework and stone.
The views over Barcelona to the sea are simply beautiful.
Other areas worth visiting
are the following:
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The very famous Las Ramblas - a busy street between the Plaza
de Catalunya and the port with many Barcelona
restaurants, cafes, bars, kiosks and the famous Human Statues of Barcelona |
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Poble Español de Montjuic
(the Spanish Village)
Situated at the foot of Mount
Montjuic. Created in 1929 on the occasion of the Barcelona International
Exhibition, the Spanish Village is the only initiative of its kind which
has survived the test of time. A collection of streets and squares,
monuments and buildings, representing the different peoples and cultures
of Spain. Some might call it kitsch, but it is an attractive and
interesting place to visit, full of shops selling the handicrafts of the
various regions. There are restaurants and cafes to enjoy a break
and also an art gallery, Fundacio Fran Daurel. Above the entrance
is a terrace cafe with incredible views (but alas, bad service and incredibly
high prices!) However, the views were worth it! |
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- The Cathedral -
a Gothic creation of great beauty
- The Palau de la Musica
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a beautiful concert hall
- The Port, Barceloneta
and
the beaches
Barcelona has many more attractions,
too numerous to list here - so if you are only spending a couple of days
in this city, plan ahead for a longer trip to Barcelona in the future -
you will not regret it.
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About the Author: Anne Sewell
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Featured
Barcelona Tours
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 Castle
Discovery and Nature Walk Tour from Barcelona Explore the endless
passageways and rooms of the huge fortress, and climbing to the top of
towers to behold the incredible views of the surrounding mountains and
valleys...more... |
 Cooking
Class in Barcelona (Avant Garde Cuisine) If you are interested
in learning how to prepare Spanish Avant Garde dishes but you do not have
too much time to dedicate to it, consider a morning in the kitchen, followed
by a 3 course lunch in Barcelona… more... |
 Catalan
Cuisine A Mediterranean Morsel This culinary tour starts in Barcelona,
one of the main culinary capitals in the Mediterranean. Walk about the
Ramblas, Gothic Quarter, Gaudi’s architectural creations. On the Costa
Brava you will...more... |
 Cava
Winery and Sitges Village Tour from Barcelona Excursion to visit
the famous Cava Winery Cordorniu, located outside of Barcelona in Sant
Sadurni D'Noia. Then we stop in Sitges village, with beautiful Modernist
architecture…more... |
 Barcelona
Panoramic City Tour On this private chauffeur driven half day tour
you will get an overview of the Cosmopolitan City of Barcelona…more... |
 Cooking
Class in Barcelona (Traditional Cuisine) If you are interested
in learning how to prepare Spanish dishes but you do not have too much
time to dedicate to it, consider a morning in the kitchen, followed by
a three course lunch in Barcelona…more... |
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FEATURED
HOTELS IN BARCELONA, SPAIN
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Aparthotel
Silver, Barcelona
Aparthotel
Silver is one of the recommended establishments in Barcelona. We offer
our customers a lovely stay thanks to our constant renovation and PRICES
THAT ARE ALWAYS VERY ATTRACTIVE . All of the personnel at the Aparthotel
SIlver work with a single objective: for you to feel at home with us. Aparthotel
Silver is located in a very central, but quiet, area of the city very close
to the main shopping and business streets and the architectural routes
of Modernism (GaudÃ) and only a few minutes in metro from the historic
centre of the city and the beach. |
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Hogar, Barcelona
Centrally
located on Avenida Paralelo, this modest hotel is one km (one half-mile)
from both lively Las Ramblas Boulevard and Olympic Port’s stadium and GalerÃa
OlÃmpica. Hotel amenities include a parking garage, laundry facilities,
multilingual staff, and Café Español Olimpia, serving a complimentary
buffet breakfast daily, plus lunch and dinner. All 170 air-conditioned
guestrooms are simply furnished with windows that open, small desks, satellite
TV, handheld showers in tiled baths, direct-dial phones, and in-room safes. |
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Avenida
Palace Barcelona
The
Hotel Avenida Palace is a reference for the Hotel Industry in Barcelona,
providing all the comfort expected in the 21st century first-class hotels.
The Hotel was built in 1952, has been totally renewed and features over
151 spacious and comfortable rooms. Centrally located, a few steps
away from La Rambla, from the Picasso Museum, in short distance to the
FC Barcelona Stadium and its Museum and very closed to the best works of
the great modernist architect Antoni Gaudi. This privileged location
makes the Avenida Palace the perfect choice for your business trip or vacation. |
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Eurostars
Grand Marina, Barcelona
Avant-garde art exhibitions,
fine dining, eclectic events, close vicinity to the Barcelona Convention
Centre, and the soft breeze of the Mediterranean Sea prevail at the luxurious
facilities of the five-star Eurostars Grand Marina GL, hotel located in
the heart of Barcelona, at the World Trade Center leisure and business
complex, in the 2000 year old Port Vell. Eurostars Grand Marina Hotel
is only 2 minutes away from one of Europe´s most famous and exciting streets;
Las Ramblas, located in the centre of the culturally rich Ciutat Vella
and its world popular zones: El Raval, Barrio Gótico and El Born, where
one can visit the Cathedral, Picasso Museum, the world-renowned Gran Teatre
del Liceu opera theatre, and enjoy the diverse and attractive shops, restaurants
and numerous bars. |
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Grupotel
Gravina, Barcelona
The
Grupotel Gravina, Barcelona is situated in a 19th century building within
three blocks of La Rambla, Plaça Catalunya and two Metro Stations and
one kilometer from the Gothic Quarter. The Grupotel Gravina hotel
is located in a quiet street in central Barcelona, just 300 metres from
Plaza Catalunya. The building, which dates from the nineteenth century
and is under renovation in 2006, has a façade classified as being of architectural
interest. Its comfortable rooms provide a perfect setting for relaxation.
Breakfast buffet. Restaurant. Lobby Bar. Comfortable rooms with bathroom
with hair dryer. Heating/ air-conditioning. Direct dial telephone. Satellite
TV with international channels. Safety Deposit Box. Minibar. |
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Hotel
1898, Barcelona
Located
on Las Ramblas, in the heart of Barcelona, Hotel 1898 takes its name from
the year in which the last Spanish colonies, Cuba and the Philippines,
gained independence. Elaborate and elegant decor, lavish finishing touches
and unusual quality make H1898 an ideal spot for those who appreciate luxury
and enjoy small pleasures. Centrally located, H1898 gives you privileged
access to some of the city's architectural jewels, including Casa Batlló,
la Pedrera, Plaça Sant Jaume, Palau de la Música Catalana and the Cathedral,
all at walking distance and is also conveniently close to the city's most
emblematic areas. The Gothic neighborhood and the Born are only a 15 minute
walk, and recreational spots like Port Vell, Plaza Catalunya and Portal
de l'Àngel are only 10 minutes away. |
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