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Would Barcelona be quite so special without Gaudí? Probably not! A weekend devoted to the legacy of this architectural genius and his contemporaries will help you to understand the extraordinary…
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Century-old shops are a part of the cultural heritage of the city of Barcelona. However, they are going through a delicate period. In 2014, a law on urban rents came…
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Barcelona is a great place to visit in February or March, especially if you’re not a sun-seeker or don’t cope well with the heat. But the weather isn’t the only…
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The art nouveau movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries had a considerable impact on Barcelona, contributing to the city’s inimitable charm. Whether you live in the city…
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One day, strolling around the Eixample quarter and heading up rue Rosselló, we found ourselves face-to-face with a life-sized indigo silhouette, standing outside a shop with a very bright, attractive…
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The Verdi and Verdi Park, located just a few feet from each other in the heart of the pretty Gràcia area are two arthouse cinemas beloved of Barcelona’s people. All…
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The jamón ibérico de bellota or pernil ibèric de gla in Catalan is a flagship product in Spanish cooking. Just as tasty as foie gras, caviar and truffles it is…
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During one of my walks through the interweaving little streets of the Gothic district, I happened to come across a very charming and retro fashion boutique with that Spanish name,…
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Turrón (torró in Catalan) is a traditional sweet made of ground or whole almonds, honey, sugar and egg. It comes in a large rectangular tablet and is generally eaten all over…
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Barcelona is well worth a visit, and not just for the weather! A whole lot of holidays are dotted throughout the year to brighten up Barcelona life, and it’s important…
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