Hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world come to sunny Barcelona
It is impossible to list all the sights and interesting attractions of this beautiful city. Tourists visiting the capital of Catalonia for the first time should pay attention to certain iconic places for which the specialists of the website comeonbarcelona.com organize individual or group excursions.
In Search of the Golden Fleece
When you find yourself in the city, it is as if you have stepped into a fairy tale. At every step, travelers are greeted by treasures created by great masters. A large number of Barcelona's architectural monuments are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. These include the works of the famous architect Antoni Gaudí. In particular, the Sagrada Família – the Basilica of the Holy Family – a masterpiece to which the author devoted 43 years. The building is crowned by 18 towers, and the facade is decorated with sculptures of biblical characters and animals. Another creation of Gaudí worth visiting is Park Güell.
Fans of fine art should visit the Picasso Museum. The museum's collection includes 3,800 paintings. Connoisseurs of the artist's work can trace his development as a painter.
The stage for bright carnivals and cheerful celebrations is often the Rambla boulevard, which stretches comfortably from Plaça de Catalunya to the Old Port. Turning off the boulevard, the tourist enters the Gothic Quarter, which was once the center of Barcelona. In addition to historical buildings from the 14th-15th centuries, there are modern shops, cafes, and nightclubs.
Travelers with children will be interested in visiting the aquarium, which houses more than 400 species of marine life. Its pride is the oceanarium in the form of an underwater tunnel.
Cuisine and Beaches
The Boqueria food market, which has been operating for several centuries, is an atmospheric place. It is worth visiting to feel the spirit of Barcelona.
Barsa's cafes and restaurants are always happy to welcome guests. Visitors will be fed both European cuisine and local delicacies. The menu necessarily includes baked or fried meat with rice, seafood, and paella. And for gourmets, "black rice" with cuttlefish ink is prepared.
An integral part of Barcelona is its beaches. The most famous is Barceloneta, which is located in the city center.
No matter what treasures Barcelona reveals to you, its Golden Fleece will forever remain in your soul and memory.