Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city that combines its urban street pattern Roman remains with medieval districts, lovely beaches and the most beautiful examples of Modernism and 20th century avant-garde art. It also has the privilege to overlook the sea and count with emblematic buildings of Catalan architects Antoni Gaudí and Luis Doménech i Montaner declared to be World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Of Roman origin, Barcelona's long history and economic dynamism have provided it with an impressive cultural heritage, shown in the conservation of its rich historic and artistic heritage and in the encouragement of the newest artistic trends. Its long cultural agenda will lead the visitor through museums, exhibitions, outdoor sculptures and an extensive calendar of music, theatre, and dance. USEFUL TURISTIC LINKS:
BARCELONA http://www.barcelonaturisme.com/English/ http://www.bcn.es/turisme/english/turisme/welcome.htm http://www.bcninternet.com/tourism.php http://www.ybarcelona.com/ http://www.aboutbarcelona.com/
CATALONIA http://www.gencat.net/turistex_nou/home_ang.htm
SPAIN http://www.spain.info/TourSpain/?Language=en |