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"The Hospital of Sant Pau, in Calle Sant Antoni María Claret, is a project from 1901, which obtained the Barcelona City Council Prize in 1913. The initial project included the construction of 48 pavilions, although in the end only 27 were built. This work was very difficult to build, a fact reflected in the time it took to complete it (from 1901 to 1930). The administration pavilion and the impressive church are outstanding."

The full name of this hospital is "Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau", but we usually call it simply "Sant Pau". You may find odd to visit a hospital just for tourism... but if you do it, you'll see is worth it!

It is very easy to find: from Sagrada Familia (Nativity side), take Avda. Gaudí, walk about 5 minutes... you cannot miss the impressive buildings at the end of the avenue

The complex is a masterpiece of the architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner, and it's considered UNESCO's world heritage.

It was still used as hospital until very few years ago. The moving of all the hospital facilities and services to the adjacent new buildings was completed on 2010. Right now, the old pavilions are being restored and they will be hired to local and international university and research institutions.

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    Regina1965 Jan 6, 2012 at 11:16 AM Report Abuse

    A lovely city, Barcelona, have been there ones on a company trip, but we were kind of rushed through it, but have spent months on end in Torremolinos. Oh, yes, the caganer, have seen them, did not know what they were about, thanks for explaining ;)

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    hunterV Jan 6, 2012 at 8:57 AM Report Abuse

    Hola, Isa! Thanks for your great page! ><><><

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    Roadquill Nov 10, 2011 at 12:29 PM Report Abuse

    I put the video at Electricidad on my Barcelona page. I don't see it going viral yet. We also went to the Absenta Bar you and I passed, and I put a travelogue on it. Best, Karl

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    ranger49 Aug 5, 2011 at 3:15 AM Report Abuse

    Really helpful updates on restaurants! We had a snack in the Textil Cafe after leaving the Picasso Museum, in the courtyard protected by a large tree from the rain. Nice to be reminded of it- and a pretty little lamp from the shop is still in daily use

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    giampiero6 Aug 5, 2011 at 2:58 AM Report Abuse

    What a great intro to "barna". I MUST get there. Fascinating local customs !XxG

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    Sjalen Jul 28, 2011 at 4:55 AM Report Abuse

    Incredibly informative, thanks!

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    zachmarie May 26, 2011 at 1:18 AM Report Abuse

    Hope there is some way to totally abolish this inhuman activity known as the "bull fighting"

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    Redang May 17, 2011 at 9:51 AM Report Abuse

    A ver si me dejo caer por allí un día (Montserrat incluido)

  • jakemcmanus Jan 18, 2011 at 8:59 PM Report Abuse

    Hi Belsaita, I wondered if yocould tell me where to find the artist C215's graffiti? If not where can I find graffiti and is it safe for a tourist?

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    aussirose Nov 13, 2010 at 3:50 AM Report Abuse

    Hola Isa!! Really enjoyed a rummage around your pages mate! I miss you!! ....looking forward to seeing you again in Paris next year!! ....hey wanna stay with us in Paris?... Hugs xx

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