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What To Do In Barcelona
by Ladonna Mennoza
http://www.facbarcelona.com
The Spanish city of Barcelona (natives call is Barca,
pronouned "Bah-sa") is a vibrant, large and extremely fun
place to visit. It has countless attractions, from
beautiful buildings to trendy restaurants, museums to
tapas bars. And let's not forget the coolest feature: the
Mediterranean Ocean comes right up the center of the city.
If you're lucky enough to find yourself in Barcelona, be
sure to be the following 6 things into your itinerary:
1. Take a stroll. The warm, mild climate is perfect for
a long walk. Observe the sights, sounds and smells of
the city in a way that you can't from the driver's seat.
Barcelona is truly a city that should be explored on
foot.
2. Treat your eyes to the sight of Antonio Gaudi's famed
architecture. Barcelona is lucky enough to be home to
some of Spain's most beatiful buildings, including the
Casa Mila, an apartment house with stunning blue-
green walls that curve like a serpent's body. Gaudi is
well known for his whimsical designs and colorful decor,
qualities that are both on display here. Go up to the
roof for a view of the statuesque chimney stacks lined
up like soldiers guarding the city. You should also
be sure to check out the architect's Sagrada Familia, a
soaring cathedral that is still under construction.
3. If Gaudi's architecture strikes a chord with you, make
a point of visiting the Park Guell. The recreational
haven was designed by the architect in the early 1900s
and has been delighting children and adults ever since.
Sculptures of lizards and other creatures are decorated
in colorful mosaic tiles, and curving benches and open-
sided tunnels are ideal for conversation or just a
pleasant rest. Take a book and sit in the private corners
of the park if you wish.
4. Ramble. Central to any Barca trip is a stroll along La
Rambla, the mile long street that runs from the port to the
old city. Originally the street was a waterbed that ran in
from the sea, but now it has shops, bars and hotels and
street theatre. Halfway down La Rambla you will find a
fantastic indoor food market where you can buy all you
would need to sustain you for a day out sightseeing. As
well as fruit and vegetables they have a vast array of
cheeses, sausages and hams, fish as well as dried fruits
and nuts.
5. See Some Picassos. The Picasso museum is a vital stop
for any art lover. It houses a fantastic and wide
collection of his works, from his (fantastic) early
childhood drawings to his cubist paintings and beyond. It
also has a whole floor dedicated to his ceramics - Picasso
was a dedicated ceramicist but most museums only show a few
examples. The museum is in a nice old building and is
relatively small, meaning it is not overwhelming for the
tourist who has been on their feet all day.
6. Sports buffs should run on over to Camp Nou, a
stadium where some of Europe's most exciting soccer
matches have been held. Try and catch a game, or if
you're there on an off-day explore the soccer museum
or take a guided tour of the facilities. As you can
see, there really is something for everyone in Barca!
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