Saturday, February 12, 2011

Ten Essential Things To Do In Barcelona

By Shane Tulston


Are you planning on visiting a number of European cities on your next vacation? You might want to visit what is Catalonia's capital and Spain's second largest city, Barcelona. If you include this, the world's most beautiful city, in your itinerary for your next European tour you are sure to find engaging and worthwhile. The following article will offer some of the ten essential things to do in Barcelona

As you stay in this beautiful Spanish City don't miss out on visiting some of, what the locals call, the architectural father of the city, the famous Antonio Gaudi has built such as Sagrada Familia Cathedral, translated into English it means, Holy Family Cathedral. This was a lifelong project for Gaudi who never saw the completion of his prize. In fact Spain travel to this day sees the cathedral has unfinished.

There are two major accomplishments from Antonio Gaudi. The first was a shining cathedral, and the second is Park Quell. Here you'll find his famous dragon shape as well as unique monuments of Gaudi's unconventional shape and design vision. For visitors, the cathedral and the park are open every day for the public.

Barcelona travel takes you to its Picasso museum near the center of the city and on display are some of the master's works. If you are an art enthusiast, there are dozens of museums from every era located in Barcelona.

However, when people come to Barcelona the beach is the major attraction. Its major beach is mere minutes away from Central Barcelona if you want to visit Playa la Barcelona or you might opt for Sitges beach, just outside Barcelona,

Do you like to photograph Gothic monuments? Stop in at Barri Gotic which is the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona with its familiar gathering squares, taverns, cafes, and a very busy market. The square on Sunday will offer you entertainment in the form of dancers and a traditional Catalonian Sardana.

Barcelona is a laid back city with attractions such as Tibidabo. If you find you have extra time in your itinerary experience a one hour train trip to an amusement park called Universal's Port Aventura in a small city called Tarroa, which is near Barcelona. You might also like to ride the roller coaster or enjoy different national themes such as Mexican or Polynesian.

For a great night out experience Barcelona's restaurants and taverns. Enjoy a romantic dinner coupled with a glass of sparkling Cava which is a local champagne. Vendors port Val where you'll discover a large shopping center complete with an array of shops cafes restaurants and pubs.

Don't overlook the taste of Catalua cuisine such as Escudella, Suquet de Peix and an array of fish and seafood dishes. Try the Crema Catalua, for dessert, or if your taste runs to the more exotic how about cottage cheese and honey. The Eixmple has fashionable shops and jewelry stores. Your Barcelona experience will be fascinating.




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