Barcelona, Spain
Sagrada Familia or the Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Familia was begun in 1882 by public subscription. A year later Gaudí became director of the project, a post he would hold for more than 40 years until his death in 1926. After the completion of ParcGüell in 1911, he vowed that
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Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona Las Ramblas, including its main attractions, sights of interest and links to hotels on the Ramblas. Las Ramblas is often the first landmark that most tourists identify with the city. It is the central most Boulevard which cuts through the heart of the city centre and is a vibrant and
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Barcelona, Spain
Casa Milà Barcelona, or la Pedrera, by Antoni Gaudí is an apartment building with wavy walls. It was built for the married couple, Rosario Segimon and Pere Milà. The design by Gaudi was not followed in some aspects. The local government objected to some aspects of the project
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Barcelona,Spain
Sagrada Familia or the Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Familia was begun in 1882 by public subscription. A year later Gaudí became director of the project, a post he would hold for more than 40 years until his death in 1926. After the completion of ParcGüell in 1911, he vowed that
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Barcelona, Spain
Cerveceria Catalana in Barcelona is a beer bar and a tapas restaurant in Barcelona. It is considered one of the best places in the city to try the more tasty tapas. You can find all kind of tapas and "montaditos" (piece of bread with something on top). When you get in you should first have a look at the huge range of tapas they have and then choose.
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Barcelona,Spain
Barcelona Cathedral (Cathedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia) is the seat of the Archbishop of Barcelona. The original building on the site on which Barcelona Cathedral sits was destroyed by the Moors in 985 and replaced by a Romanesque church in 1085.
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Barcelona,Spain
Montjuic is a 230m hill that overlooks Barcelona from the South East of the city centre. Montjuïc Fort - Castell de Montjuic - was built both to defend Barcelona and control it. Scroll down to see pictures of Montjuic Castle in Barcelona.
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Barcelona, Spain
The zoo in Barcelona is located in the city park. Ranked among the top zoos in Spain, has open enclosures, allowing you to almost touch the animals. There is a infant zoo where children can be introduced to various animals.
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Barcelona,Spain
Guell Park is one of the world's most intriguing parks. The pavilions and main staircase designed by Antoni Gaudí look like they belong in some fairy tale.
In Paris, I march the broad front yard where Napoleon's soldiers once marched. A sign announces simply, "Tombeau de l'Empereur"...Tomb of the Emperor. Napoleon was the first great leader of the first great modern nation with the first great modern army. For any history buff, his tomb is more than just another sight. It's a pilgrimage. Inside, it's simple.
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Barcelona, Spain
The Picasso Museum in Barcelona.
Barcelona is a key reference for understanding the formative years of Pablo Ruiz Picasso. The genius of the young artist is revealed through the more than 3,800 works that make up the permanent collection. Furthermore, the Museu Picasso, opened in 1963, also reveals his deep
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