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Barcelona - Spain
 Today, Barcelona is one of the most dynamic cities of the European continent and is one of the most attractive places to visit. The second largest city of Spain, it is a major economic center and is home to one of the continent's principal Mediterranean ports. Barcelona today is an important cultural center due to its rich history and the architecture of Antoni Gaudi­ and Lluis Domenech i Montaner have been designated World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
It is one of the liveliest cities and tourist destinations in the world with some festival always peeking around the corner and one can always find...Read More

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Hotels In Barcelona

 Dripping with opulence, style and elegance, the Ritz has maintained the aura of glamour that...
 A member of the Derby chain of hotels, the Hotel Astoria is close to Diagonal Metro station and...
If exclusivity were to be given a name, this would be it. Set in a fairy tale setting on a hilltop,...
 Nestled among elegant shops and apartment buildings, this hotel is located in the central...
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Ritual
 Ritual is a leading trendy urban/chic oriented fashion store for both men ...
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    • Transportation/Getting Around

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     Driving in Barcelona is one ...    		 Car for hire
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    The bus network in Barcelona is ...    		 Metro
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    Barcelona - Spain

    Barcelona History
    The city has a spotted yet deep history dating back to the 4th century BC. With effects being discovered from several ages and empires, the city has been host to the Visigoths, Romans, Muslim conquerors, and the French. The city is a mixed blend of several cultures which highlights its history. The number of Roman ruins that can be seen in the Museu d'Historia de la Ciutat and the layout of the Barri Gotic, highlight the presence of the Romans somewhere around the early 3rd century. The Cathedral, also known as the Basilica La Seu, is said to have been founded in 343AD, and also highlights... read more

    Hotel Arts
     The marriage of New York design with Barcelona money has produced an enormous success called...    		 Hotel Palace (Ritz)
     Dripping with opulence, style and elegance, the Ritz has maintained the aura of glamour that...
    Avenida Palace
     Nestled among elegant shops and apartment buildings, this hotel is located in the central...    		 Barcelona Hilton
     The Hilton is located in the middle of one of Barcelona's main financial districts, close to...
    Gran Hotel La Florida
    If exclusivity were to be given a name, this would be it. Set in a fairy tale setting on a hilltop,...    		 Constanza
     Conveniently located within easy walking distance of the shopping, cultural and culinary area of...
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    El Corte Ingls
    It is possibly the most famous shop in Barcelona, it is located on Plasa de Catalunya and is a part...    		 Habitat
    A leading furniture store in the city and is great for decorative items designed by British...
    Ritual
     Ritual is a leading trendy urban/chic oriented fashion store for both men and women.    		 Jean Pierre Bua
    If designer labels are your thing then check out Jean Pierre Bua. Address: Avenida Diagonal, No....
    Avinguda Diagonal
     This stretch is filled with international designer labels such as Calvin Klein (No. 484,...    		 Max Mara
    Max Mara has several branches dotted around the city, one of the best is on the Passeig de...
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    Barcelona Marathon
    The Barcelona Marathon runs throughout the city and passes several of Antoni Gaudi's designs. This...    		 Corpus Christi
    Several religious processions are held at various venues throughout the city including L'Ou com...
    Fest de Grec-Barcelona
    This is a month-long festival celebrating both international and national performing arts at...    		 Holy Week Festivities
    There are several festivals throughout the week at various venues throughout the city, with singing...
    24th June, Verbena de Sant Joan (St. John's Day)
    The Saint John's Day brings concerts, dances and fireworks! People gather in the streets and...    		 Formula One Grand Prix
    The Formula One Grand Prix held at the Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo is one of the largest...
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    Alkimia
     A very good restaurant boasting new Catalan and Mediterranean cuisine under Ferran Adria ....    		 Ca l'Isidre
    Ca l'Isidre is a traditional restaurant that serves a wide variety of dishes and Spanish wines. The...
    Gaig
     The restaurant, very famous in the city, is named after Carles Gaig, who is an exceptionally...    		 Jean-Luc Figueras
    Set up inside a villa, the chef Jean-Luc treats you to a traditional Catalan menu with some...
    Botafumeiro Moncho
     Considered to be the best seafood restaurant in town, this is one of the best places for...    		 Arc Cafe
    Arc Cafe is a great little cafe in the Gothic Quarter which is the best place to have some...
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    Fast Facts
    Location
    Catalunya (Catalonia), Northeast Spain
      Dialing code
    Country: 34
    City: 93
      Emergency numbers
    General emergencies
    Telephone: 112
    Medical emergencies
    Telephone: 061
    Fire service
    Telephone: 080
    Guardia Urbana (local police)
    Telephone: 092
    Mossos d'Esquadra - Emergencies and traffic accidents
    Telephone: 088
    Policia Nacional
    Telephone: 091
    Guardia Civil police force
    Telephone: 062
    Duty Magistrates Courts (24-hours)
    Telephone: (93) 567 3140
      Population
    Over 1.6 million
      Languages
    Catalan is the native language of the Province and 95% of the population understands it while 75% can speak it, however, Castilian Spanish is the national language of the country. Many people do understand English but natives ‘suddenly’ cease to understand English at cash registers at some shops and establishments.
      Time zone
    GMT + 1
    Daylight Savings: GMT + 2 (From last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October)
      Average January temp:
    10°C (50°F). Read More

     

    When To Go

    When to go
    The best time to visit Barcelona is from March until mid-July and from September until mid-November, as the temperature is just ideal for sightseeing, albeit on the cooler side, with temperatures ...

    Kids In Tow

    What to do with Children in Tow
    Tibidabo Funfair "The Magic Mountain"
    A superb funfair with several rides, ...

    Health & Safety

    Health and Safety
     Barcelona is known as the capital of the pickpocket world so be ...

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