A Quick Guide To Barcelona
The Count City of Spain, Barcelona is the precious jewel of northeastern Spain. Located in the comarca of Barcelonès, along the Mediterranean coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs, Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and the second largest city of Spain.
Barcelona is spectacular city. It is the largest port, and industrial, commercial, cultural and educational hub of Spain. It is one of the most celebrated tourist destinations in world.
Barcelona is particularly coveted destination for art & architecture, museums, churches & cathedrals, parks & gardens, and vibrant nightlife. It is magnificent modern city with a marvelous treasure of cultural heritage and unique historic architecture. It is famous for the architectural creations of Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Domènech i Montaner, which have been designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Antoni Gaudi’s Architectural Works: Park Güell, Sagrada Familia, Casa Batlló, Casa Milà or La Pedrera, and Colonia Guell. Under construction since 1882, Sagrada Familia is the most famous works of Gaudi in Barcelona. Casa Batlló is a wonderful building designed by Antoni Gaudi on Passeig de Gracia. Casa Milà or La Pedrera, designed by Antoni Gaudi, was recognized as a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1984.
Palau de la Música Catalana: The masterpiece of Catalan's Modernist Architecture is designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997.
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