Outside the city limits of Barcelona lie intriguing suburbs, a striking coastline and amazing mountains. All lie in wait for the intrepid visitor.
Antonio Gaudi, the late famous architect, commissioned Parc Gell, a peculiar array of vibrant ceramic benches, large ornamental lizards, mosaics and pavilions of knotted stone. It is located behind the city and commands a great view of Barcelona. Initially constructed with a view to being a market, the 84 stone columns of the Sala Hipstila are well worth a visit. Gaudi resided for his last 20 years in the Casa Museu Gaud the spired house found on the same site.
A well established home of learning, Grcia has a very down to earth feel. Vibrant nightlife can be found in its Plaa del Sol which is also a great place to visit by day.
People either love or hate the Temple del Sagrat Cor, a majestic basilica near the centre of Barcelona. Fantastic views and an amusement park are two of the attractions at Tibidabo, a peak among a wooded range that sits behind the city. Tibidabo is serviced by a glass lift that reaches 115m to the peak.
Constructed over 900 years ago and still attracting pilgrims to its La...