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<< previous page 1 2 next page>> written by Estellaparker parker Barcelona is second largest city of Spain. Barcelona is located on the northeast coast of the Iberian Peninsula facing the Mediterranean Sea. written by Go Cielo Spain is one of the top travel destinations in the world. With its beautiful islands, picturesque sights, sumptuous food, and friendly locals, it is no wonder why tourists love this amazing country. With Spain’s numerous tourist spots, travellers need to plan ahead in order to make the most out of their holiday. Here is a quick guide to the must-sees of Spain. written by Nancy Eben Barcelona, the capital and most populous city of Catalonia, is second largest city in Spain. Barcelona not only has a rich heritage, but also an important cultural center and major tourists’ destination
written by Nancy Eben The innumerable interests offered by Sri Lanka to its tourists give it a somewhat of a paradise status! The scenic beauty of Sri Lanka is so pristine that it never fails to captivate written by Nancy Eben Spain hotels provide a wide variety of accommodation throughout the country and available easily. written by Nancy Eben The urban landscape of Barcelona provides a coastline stretching more than four kilometers and the beaches have earned a name for themselves as popular leisure spaces. It was around the 1980s that the project of first opening the city to the sea was first undertaken. written by Anil Gupta The Barcelona football stadium is the 3rd largest football stadium in the World after the stadiums in Sao Paulo, Brazil and Mexico City. Barcelona camp nou has a capacity of 110,000 people and on every match practically every seat is taken -such is the passion for football shared by the Catalan people. written by Jim Johnson With its proud beauty, delicious food, and rich cultural history, it's no wonder that Barcelona Spain is such a popular tourist destination. It is the second largest city in Spain and home to dozens of museums, libraries and other historical sites. written by Anil Gupta In the late 1800’s Hans Gamper and ten other enthusiasts were playing an unidentified game called ‘foot-ball’. When Gamper went on to found Barcelona Football Club on 29 November 1899, he could hardly have imagined the momentous events that would follow. written by Anil Gupta Whether one comes to Barcelona as a tourist, for business reasons or in order to attend a Spanish course, there are many different ways to stay in Barcelona. written by Anil Gupta Barcelona loves to indulge in the incredible. From the urban pageant that is Las Ramblas to buildings with no straight lines, the city pushes the limits of style in everything it does, and gets away with it. written by Anil Gupta The Plaça Reial is characterized by his architecture and its disposition as a court, with porches that lodge very calm terraces. The square has a central fountain and palms that provide very enjoyable shade during the evening. written by Anil Gupta Founded in 1847 on Barcelona’s La Rambla, the Gran Teatre del Liceu is an opera house that has kept hold of its role as a culture and arts centre throughout its history and one that represents one of the symbols of the city. written by Anil Gupta Barcelona Zoo is a fantastic Zoo situated in Park Ciutadella. If one is an animal lover and enjoy visiting Zoos, one will love Barcelona Zoo. The Zoo has a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life & insects. At the weekends the Zoo puts on the famous Dolphin shows, which are an absolute must. written by Anil Gupta Barcelona is a city where people spend a lot of time outside, so as a result there is children’s play areas dotted around all over the city. There are also some lovely big parks, which are great places to take children to if one is visiting Barcelona. written by Anil Gupta One does not sleep in Barcelona. For those who came to seek the sun in Spain, a surprise awaits them - the night. The Spanish night life is one of the most developed in Europe, maybe of the world. written by Anil Gupta The Arc de Triomf of Barcelona was made as principal entry, in 1888, for the Universal Exhibition, which was located in the park of the Ciudadella. The frieze on the front, created by Josep Reynás, represents Barcelona welcoming visitors. written by Anil Gupta El Monumento de Cristóbal Colón is homage to the adventuresome spirit as well as to Christopher Columbus. The design on the column includes the continents of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. written by Anil Gupta The Picasso Museum in Barcelona is in the heart of the old city on the Carrer Moncada and since its recent expansion now sprawls over a row of five Gothic palaces once - in late medieval times - home to Barcelona’s aristocrats. written by Anil Gupta There’s nothing quite like dining outdoor with the blue waters of the Mediterranean spread out before one’s eyes. Pop a bottle of cava and raise the glass, ‘Salut’ this is one of the most inviting sides of the ‘new’ Barcelona. written by Anil Gupta It may not quite be in the same league as Paris or Milan, Barcelona is certainly among Europe’s cities of style. It is a natural magnet for the fashion-conscious and there is no shortage of design outlets for even the most indefatigable consumer. written by Anil Gupta Barcelona is a holiday maker’s paradise with innumerable possibilities for activities. The city’s cultural agenda offers a large variety of shows, popular festivals, theatre, dance, music, opera, flamenco and exhibitions. written by Anil Gupta When one thinks of Spain, one of the most typical images is that of the Flamenco dancers with their passion and fire. This art form is unique to the Spanish culture, in both song and dance. written by Anil Gupta When eating out in Barcelona, one can expect much olive oil, garlic and fish as the main ingredients of any dish dish. Furthermore, pasta dishes are more popular here than elsewhere in Spain. written by Anil Gupta The massive clean-up operation of the beach and nearby Olympic marina and village undertaken for the 1992 Olympics has led to this area becoming a magnet for Barcelonans and visitors alike. written by Anil Gupta The Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Familia or simply known as Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished work of art, is one of Barcelona’s most popular tourist attractions. written by Anil Gupta A night out in Barcelona is a long event. It is always better to be little slow at first so that one is able to face the exuberant party-scene until the early morning. Like the usual trend in Barcelona, nightlife sets off a few hours later. written by Anil Gupta Casa Mila, also known as “the Quarry” as it has rock-like façade, was Gaudi’s last private commission. Although the apartment building houses a few residences, most of the structure is open to visitors. written by Anil Gupta It is Gaudi’s amazing creations. Casa Batllo was built for the private residence of a wealthy textile industrialist, Joseph Batllo. The house is a modern interpretation of Barcelona’s medieval roots, with a rainbow of dragon scale shingles on the roof, and skeleton-like railings for the balconies. written by Anil Gupta Parc de la Ciutadella was built for the occasion of the 1888 Fair. It was formerly a big military complex called the Ciutadella (citadel) and was demolished between 1869 and 1888. << previous page 1 2 next page>> |