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Barcelona Travel Guide
Barcelona
A lively and cosmopolitan city, Barcelona boasts a rich history with exceptional architecture, stunning beaches, fantastic vistas and a vibrant atmosphere. Distinctly Catalan, yet promoting itself as a European metropolis, Barcelona has more cultural and leisure activities and attractions to offer a visitor than most cities. From bull fights to Picasso, beaches to tapas bars, Barcelona is Spain's most dynamic city.
Each of the city's distinct districts has something to offer the visitor. While the old quarter of Barri Gotic is home to the spectacular Cathedral de la Santa Creu and many notable Roman remains, the Olympic Port is a cosmopolitan hub with a wide range of modern entertainments. No visit to Barcelona is complete without taking a stroll down the infamous and scenic las Ramblas, the city's main artery, spilling over with cafés, live buskers and entertainment.
Barcelona's favourable location allows visitors to explore the wildly varied landscape of Spain's east coast. Nestled on the Mediterranean, Barcelona offers easy access for discovering the region's fine coastline. The city is also within easy reach of Catalonia's main wine producing region and the northern winter playground of the Andorra Mountains.
Few European cities have a history as long and interesting as Barcelona's. The city's origins date back more than 2,500 years, and many telltale signs and points of historical interest of the city's turbulent occupations can be seen in modern Barcelona today.
Barcelona is easily accessible by air and land. Major highways also enter the city from the north, south and inland via Madrid, and are well developed and signposted. Rail is also a popular means of transport to Barcelona; and it is a reliable, efficient and economical choice for visitors. Barcelona International Airport is conveniently located near the city and offers frequent services to the main European centres as well as to several international destinations.
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