What to see in Barcelona for a week

The treasures of the world culture of Barcelona are annually attracted by thousands of tourists who seek to see architectural creations and unique museums. Barcelona is the largest city in the Mediterranean. All his buildings are works of art of various periods. It combines the Middle Ages, classicism and modern. In order to enjoy all the beauties of this extraordinary city as much as possible, to feel its atmosphere and character, it is necessary to spend at least a week in it. Even in 7 days it is impossible to cover all its splendor, but there are some places that must be seen in Barcelona.

Barcelona was born by the sea, so the old and loved by tourists the old quarter of Ribera was preserved here. In the very heart of this quarter is the church of Santa Maria Dele Maria, which is the standard of Catalan Gothic. Having passed along the alleys of the Ribera, you can go to Lozhge, an old exchange with a beautiful Gothic interior and facade. If you go from the church in the other direction, you can go out into the street of Monkada and admire medieval mansions with high gates for the travel of riders and carriages. These houses have a Picasso and Barbier-Muller Museum, as well as shops and galleries. The Psech affairs street Bourne leads to the market of the same name. On the other side of the street, the Sutateli Park is broken, on the territory of which the Catalonia parliament, the Museum of Science and the Zoo are located.

The Palace of Catalan Music is the pearl of the Catalan Art Nouveau. This is a magnificent red brick building, behind the walls of which is a beautiful concert hall. Hundreds of concerts are held annually in this multi-colored building annually.

Rambla Street is the most crowded Barcelona Street. Rambla is a symbol of Barcelona, \u200b\u200bmixing the culture and traditions of many peoples. To the right of Rambla is the old quarter of Ravale, where new museums are organically combined with medieval walls of the library of Catalonia and Romanesque churches. Countless cafes, kiosks, where you can buy souvenirs, press, flowers, and pets, stretch on both sides of the central sidewalk. And between all this - local residents, visitors, “living statues” and artists. Starting acquaintance with Rambla on Catalonia Square, you can see the top of the Church of the Pi Church, see the mosaic of Joan Miro and get to the Bokeriria market, where the largest selection of fresh products in Barcelona is presented. Then you can reach the Liseu Opera Theater, go out to Real Square, where before the center of art, Santa Monica Rambla expands and ends at the monument to Columbus.

See the creations of the famous architect Antonio Gaudi is the priority goal of many tourists. Ballo's house is the result of a complete reconstruction of the already built building. Curled lines dominate in his facade, decorated by elements resembling bones and amphibians. The roof, similar to the dragon's scaly back, ends with a large cross and stoves. In the interior of the house, rounded shapes prevail.

The house is Mila, better known as Pedrera, purchased the House of Culture for exhibitions. Curved forms resemble waves, ceilings and porch sets decorate the frescoes. In many apartments at home, Mila preserved patterns and stucco molding on the ceiling, similar to the signs left on the sand of the desert. On a multi -level roof are sculptural pipes.

Be sure to visit the Guel Park, the failed garden, with an area of \u200b\u200b20 hectares. In front of the entrance to the park, a monumental staircase with a huge salamander made of ceramics opens. The staircase leads to the hypostille hall from the columns, over which the main square of the park is located. A wonderful view of Barcelona opens from her. The area is framed by a wriggling bench lined with fragments of dishes and bottles that make up a colorful ornament. Gaudi’s house-museum is located in Guuel Park, in which he lived for more than twenty years. The house presents various household items and the former atmosphere is recreated.

The Cathedral of the Holy Family, located on the square of the Holy Family, amazes by its scale. This temple is occupied by an entire quarter of Eshamplas. Its five -nephre design forms a Latin cross, stands out with towers with Pinacles trimmed with colored tiles. The dominant of the architectural ensemble is designed to become a central dome 170 m high, which has not yet been built. Gaudi gave it to the work on the cathedral of the Holy Family 40 years of life. The cathedral is planned to be completed by 2025.

Mount Montzhuik has long served as a scene for public events and celebrations. Today this mountain is a center of culture and rest. On its slopes are one of the most interesting museums of the city: the National Museum of Catalan Art, the Joan Miro Foundation and Kaishafurum, the ethnological and archaeological museums and the Frank Daulers Foundation. There are several theatrical scenes on Montzhuik and a botanical garden is broken. At the very top of the mountain there is a Montzhuik castle, from the walls of which a wonderful view of the port and gardens of Costa-i-Lobra opens. Not far from the mountain is the main scene of the 1992 Olympic Games: the Olympic Stadium and the Olympic Ring.

Barcelona is a port center. You can take a wonderful walk along the coastal part of Barcelona, \u200b\u200bthe center of which is occupied by the port of Vel. A tape of beaches flows along the shore. Be sure to visit the Marine Museum, where among the ships of various eras you can see the galler of Juan of Austrian. Over the waters of the port there is a suspension road to Montzhuik.

Barcelona is a city of endless street holidays. The Correfok holiday returns the ancient customs of distant ancestors, the processions of giants and dwarfs retain the memory of the history and traditions of society. “Castels” (towers built by the acrobats) and Sardan (folk dance) - a reflection of hard work and understanding. In the second half of September, tourists have the opportunity to get to the main holiday of Barcelona dedicated to the patroness of the city of Merce, where they will receive true pleasure from concerts, pyrotechnic shows, music and fireworks.