See our Barcelona Gaudi guide, here. Grab a fruit smoothie from the technicolored stalls as you walk in. Then do a lap: the deeper you venture, the better the value. While Tibidabo mountain is a fairground, it's also so much more. Officially called the Temple Expiatori del Sagrat Cor or Sacred Heart church, easier on the tongue , its roof is topped with an enormous bronze statue of Jesus that you can take an elevator to.
Mind-blown and a little breeze-blown , you suddenly see the charm of the amusement park next to it—like its retro-styled attractions, such as a Ferris wheel with color-pop seating pods, built for the views as much as the screams. Adults love the views; kids love the rides. Finish with a gin and tonic on the terrace of Mirablau Bar , near where the blue tram stops. The edge seats rule. Barcelona is famous for its buildings being works of art; this is one of the few examples of a garden stepping up to that level.
The labyrinth is definitely the standout feature, a maze made of elaborate swirls of thick foliage. It recreates the Greek myth of Theseus destroying the Minotaur a part-human, part-bull monster to fall in love with Ariadne. A similar fate awaits those who make it to the center—no bovine slaying required, but you will find love in the form of a statue of Cupid.
If that all sounds a bit soppy, scoff later: the maze is harder than it looks. Downstairs, a courtyard and Gothic archways lead into white studios that illuminate his works.
Upstairs, the rooms are lavish: epic painted ceilings that almost drip crystal chandeliers. Visitors flock here to see Picasso's work, but the special setting is why they come back again and again. This romantically named mural near the Catedral de Barcelona was only meant to be a temporary exhibition.
It was unveiled in for the th anniversary of September 11, , a day known as Catalonia Day, or La Diada, which commemorates Catalan surrender in the War of Spanish Succession.
The day is a tribute to the Catalan lives lost, to regional identity, and to freedom. The mural is made up of 4, tiles with photos printed onto them arranged into mosaics by color and density so that, from afar, the foot-tall mural shows two people kissing. This kiss—a symbol of affection, empathy, and liberty—felt so poignant that the local government never took it down.
The free ticket gets you into the park, but not into the best parts. For that you need a Monumental Cove ticket. Then, in July , it was set on fire and burned for 11 days straight. The building has very tall columns, set 43 feet apart. Annoying as it is to keep your purse clenched from pickpockets for a mile, La Rambla has a charm that keeps the 78 million coming.
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About Us. Have You Seen These Yet? Search Subscribe Archive. The heart of Barcelona's social life is found on La Rambla, a wide tree-shaded avenue that divides the Old Town into two parts. During the day, many locals are found here doing their everyday shopping at the Mercat de la Boqueria and at night, groups of friends and families take their evening paseo stroll on La Rambla to enjoy the fresh air and lively ambience.
On some days, onlookers might be treated to live music, a mime show, or other impromptu street performances. The facade is a profusion of intricate mosaics, sculptural elements, and exquisite ironwork. The concert hall, which seats about 2, people, is the only auditorium in Europe illuminated during daylight hours entirely by natural light. Eye-catching artworks cover every square inch of the walls and ceiling.
The walls on two sides consist primarily of stained-glass panes. The ceiling features an enormous skylight of stained glass designed by Antoni Rigalt whose centerpiece is an inverted dome in shades of gold surrounded by blue that suggests the sun and the sky. Elaborate sculptures frame the concert stage. Splendid fountains, viaducts, grottoes, a colonnaded hall, winding staircases, and semi-closed conversation seats are scattered throughout the garden space.
These creative structures are decorated in multicolored ceramic fragments. There are picnic areas and a spectacular terrace that offers panoramic views of the city and the sea.
With its freely swinging shapes and ornamental facade, this dreamlike building looks like a castle from a surreal fairy tale. Most of the design details depart completely from any architectural precedent.
The window frame on the first floor is bordered by swinging shapes that suggest plants, others resemble entrances to caves.
On the facade, decorative glazed ceramic tiles in green, blue, and ochre colors add to the flamboyance. This upscale fine-dining restaurant serves modern gastronomic Catalan cuisine prepared from seasonal ingredients. Camp Nou. Just as Catalan Modernist buildings are must-see attractions for architecture fans, Camp Nou is a must-see for football soccer fans.
The 99,seat stadium is the largest in Europe and second largest in the world. The tours in English and Spanish cover highlights of the stadium such as the playing field, the team's changing room, players' tunnel, and the commentators' boxes.
The Magic Fountain. The shows take place Thursday through Sunday during the summer and Friday and Saturday in the off-season. The evening shows last for a few hours, with music sessions every half hour. Crowning this scenic area is a beautiful natural park with great views. The Poble Espanyol Spanish Village is another popular place to visit. This charming fabricated village was created for the World Exhibition.
La Barceloneta. A long promenade lined with palm trees connects the beach area to marinas filled with yachts. Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes. The monastery has two places of worship: a 14th-century Catalan Gothic church and a small chapel, Saint Michael's Chapel , decorated with magnificent murals. Dating to the early 14th century, the murals were created by Ferrer Bassa in the Italianate Trecento style influenced by Italian masters such as Giotto.
A careful restoration project has recently returned the murals to their original glory. A distinguishing feature of the monastery is its serene three-story cloister , which is the largest Gothic cloister in the world. The main buildings chapter house, refectory, dormitory, etc. At the center of the cloister is a pleasant garden. This tranquil green space is designed to inspire spiritual contemplation and meditation.
Another highlight of a visit is the collection of paintings which displays an outstanding medieval ecclesiastical art from the 14th century, as well as later religious art created through the 20th century. The Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes is still managed by the Saint Clare nuns, but the monastery has been converted into a museum. The monastery is open to the public year-round except Mondays for an admission fee.
Visitors are expected to respect the quiet ambience of the religious community. Mercat de la Boqueria.
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