Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Visit Barcelona, from Gaudi to Watching FC Barcelona, the World's Best

By Lance Lycett


If you have been considering a visit to Spain, then the town you have to see is Barcelona. If you're going to Europe at all, or need to travel someplace exciting from all across the world, Barcelona will still be right at the very top of the list. You might spend a month and still have more to explore, from the amazing sights of Gaudi and his architecture, the culture all across the chaotic town, and oh yes, if it's football season you can pick up FC Barcelona tickets to see the planet's best team in action.

Barcelona is a city unlike any other. It's got a unique match of traditional history and sights, current culture and invention, and everything in between. It mixes many various cultures, languages, styles, customs and more. For instance, even though it's in Spain, Barcelona has deeper ties to its region, Catalonia. The Catalan language is spoken as often as not, in contrast to Spanish, and life is dissimilar in Barcelona and Catalonia then the rest of the Spanish country.

One of the aspects of Barcelona that the majority know about is the architecture and art of Antoni Gaudi. Gaudi is one of the most renowned architects ever, and he had a singular style that brought organic shapes and forms into buildings and design. He was also well known to be a bit out there and OTT with some of his decor, using bright colors and all types of standout elements, like mosaics and sculptures.

Around Barcelona, his influence can be felt everywhere. His shocking masterwork, La Sagrada Familia, is still being built but can be toured and viewed. His suburban park Parc Guell is a completely unique idea that's like a theme park it is so thoroughly designed and detailed, and his famous homes Casa Batllo and Casa Mila showcase different styles and are must-sees in the town.

Barcelona is also right on the Mediterranean coast, and you will find miles of beautiful (topless) beaches. The town is also widely recognized to show off wonderful fight, a wild nightlife and social scene that goes all across the night, and much more to amuse you at all hours.

Naturally, no trip to Barcelona would be completed without a visit to see the world's best football team, FC Barcelona. The Barcelona soccer squad is loaded with talent[**] and is coming off of winning the 2011 Champion's League, officially making them the best club team in the world. They also showcase many of the same Spanish stars who played for the 2010 Spanish World Cup winning squad.

You'll be in love with Barcelona and every aspect of its culture and life. Enjoy the great food and drinks, and the social life at all hours. Visit all of the gorgeous Gaudi sights, and take a trip to the beach. And whatever you do, remember to buy FC Barcelona tickets if you can, because they are as much of Barcelona and its life as anything more.




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