| Page Views: 631 Last Visit to Barcelona: February, 2006 | Just Can't Get Enough by mightywease - last update: Feb 25, 2006 |
Grab Your Dog-Tags, Lads! | Detail of the Sagrada Familia |
Sadly we were on a rather flying visit to Barcelona, arriving on Friday, departing Sunday and with much of Saturday evening being devoted by the men-folk of the party to a Depeche Mode concert.
However even in such a short time - and with the distraction of Dave and the boys - we were able to appreciate what a wonderful array of things this fantastic city has to offer |
|  | All I Ever Wanted, All I Ever Needed CULTURE/HISTORY - with museums dedicated to Picasso and Miro, plus Catalan Art and Heritage, architecture by Gaudi (all of which are listed under UNESCO World Heritage Sites) and a history encompassing Romans, Moors as well as Catalans there are ample opportunities for any culture vultures thinking of resting their wings in this city
FOOD - Fresh seafood, Gambas Al Ajilla (Garlic Prawns) Catalan Toast with Anchovies, Chorizo Sausage, Tapas, Rioja Wine, Patatas Bravas (spicy potatoes) and so much more. Is your mouth watering yet? It should be!
NIGHTLIFE - Bars, restaurants, the port area, the Ramblas, Barri Gotic, sit inside, sit out, order a glass of something, sit back, enjoy!
SHOPPING - They stay open until 10.00pm on Saturday. Well, what's a girl to do when her other half has gone off to see Depeche?
SUNDAY MORNING - The shops are shut, the people are out and Barcelona becomes one huge, exciting, lively playground, creche, dance hall, concert venue, acrobatic display, meeting place, conversation piece. Fabulous! |
Muttley's Musings: Barcelona Unlike the other gentlemen in the party Furry Muttley didn't buy any "Depeche Mode: Pain and Suffering" dog tags. Despite the fact that he is a dog. And does like shiny medal like things
However he was quite happy chasing pigeons up and down Las Ramblas! And sitiing on statues! |  | | Furry Muttley in Barcelona |
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| Pros: | "Vibrant, Exciting, Loads to See and Do" | | Cons: | "Err..very busy" | | In A Nutshell: | "Fantastic mix of history, culture and nightlife with a great vibe!" |
mightywease's Barcelona Travel Tips
| Overview | Things to Do Tips: 5 - Photos: 11 | | | | Restaurants | Hotels & Accommodations | | | | Nightlife | Off The Beaten Path | | | | Tourist Traps | Warnings Or Dangers | | | | Transportation | Local Customs | | | | Packing Lists | Shopping | | | | Sports Travel | General Tips |
Comments for mightywease about Barcelona | | | | |
gilabrand Wed Aug 12, 2009 15:06 UTC Very well written! | Sininen Sat Jun 10, 2006 12:48 UTC Hello Louise! Such informative tips with great photos. I love Barcelona and want to go back there again and again. | icunme Sat Jun 10, 2006 12:37 UTC Hi Louise - Your pages are a great find! A dear friend moves to Barcelona in July and I'm sending him your page. I'll return to see more. Ciao, Carol |
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