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About Barcelona:
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Capital of Catalonia and the second largest city in Spain, Barcelona is an important commercial centre. It is also one of the important Mediterranean ports in Europe. Founded by the Romans, it has rich history of more than 2,000 years. You can find evidence of Roman rule like the ruins of Placa del Rei, the Barri Gotic, Museu d’Historia de la Ciutatand many more. Barcelona is an important cultural and major tourist centre in Spain. Barcelona is home to many great architects in like Antoni Gaudi and Lluis Domenech I Montaner. Their architectural works have been listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Barcelona has also been named as “City of Museums” for its numerous museums. The beaches, historical monuments, museums and galleries have been attracting the visitors from all over the world. The city also underwent a huge transition when it hosted the Olympic Games in 1992.
Accommodation:
Barcelona hotels offer accommodation to all kinds of travellers at various budgets. You have a wide range of options to choose from hostels, hotels and pensions. You can also find accommodation in apartments which can be available for short as well as long period. Hotels in Barcelona are available at Ciutat Vella, Eixample, Gracia and Barceloneta. Barcelona Hostels provide backpacker-type accommodation and Barcelona hostals provide accommodation which is similar to guest house and is cheaper than a hotel.
Transport:
To get into Barcelona you can fly down to the Barcelona airport at El Prat de Llobregat which serves both national and international flights. You can also take direct domestic as well as international trains from Estacio Sants. From main intercity bus station Estacio del Nord, you can take buses which offer inexpensive journey but with less comfort. From Balearic Island and Italy you can get into Barcelona through ferry or standard high-speed boats.
When Staying in the hotels in Barcelona the swiftest way to move around in the city is by metro. Renfe-run Rodalies provide service to the airport as well as to the other parts of the town. You can also take car on hire. You can also rent a bicycle for moving around in the city. Strolling down the streets close to Barri Gothic and its surrounding areas will also provide a pleasant experience to your trip.
Activities:
Barcelona is the cultural center of Spain. The places worth visiting in Barcelona are the buildings designed by Antoni Gaudi. Some of his notable creations are Casa Mila, Casa Batllo, Finca Guell and Bellesguard. You can also visit numerous museums like the Museum of the City of Barcelona, Caixa Forum, Picasso Museum, Joan Miro Museum and many more. You can also stroll down to Barri Gotic, Las Ramblas, La Placa Catalunya, El Portal de l’Angel and at the beach.
Food:
Tourists can enjoy the best hotels deals in Barcelona by visiting the eating joints serving the Catalan food. You can select from a wide choice of sea-food. Do not miss the Catalan staple pa amb tomaquet. The eating outlets at Barceloneta, Gracia, Ciutat Vella, Eixample and Poble Sec offer dishes which features fish specifically.
Shopping:
The tourists are advised to shopping at Barri Gothic and along La Rambla. You can enjoy shopping for miniatures of dragons and giants in the shops of Carrer Bisbe. At El Corte Ingles you can shop for everything from gastronomy to pneumatics.
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Barbara Hotel
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C/Barbara 22, 8001, Barcelona, Spain, Barcelona, Spain
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The 1 star Hotel Barbara is a good and basic hotel with friendly and helpful staff. The hotel has a...
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Pension Iniesta Hotel (Shared Facilities)
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Calle Fontrodona 1, 08004, Barcelona, Spain, Barcelona, Spain
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Opposite Metro Parallel, at only 10 minutes walking distance from famous Las Ramblas, Pension Iniest...
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