It is difficult to find a more apt or poetic description of the second largest city in Spain. Located in northeastern Spain on the Mediterranean coast, Barcelona is the capital of one of the components of the Spanish autonomous communities, Catalonia, which speaks Catalan as its primary language instead of Spanish.
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That is to say that many international tourists from the United Kingdom, the countries of northern Europe, the United States and other Asian countries, arrive with their Spanish phrase book in hand, well versed in ordering two beers, only to find that local people would prefer to speak English to Spanish.
Of course, this does not mean they do not understand Spanish, the majority, in fact, are able to speak Catalan and Spanish fluently, but the Catalans are very proud of his heritage and wishes to stress the distinction between Spain and Catalonia.
But let us leave aside the language, Barcelona is a rich center, which is economically vibrant and full of history, besides being a modern metropolis. The Mediterranean coast of Barcelona also has 2.8 miles of coastline divided between seven beaches, the integration of its beaches, its culture and people are alike.
Barcelona also has 68 municipal parks, in which stands the famous Montjuic, situated on the hill of the same name and is home to several museums and leisure attractions. Montjuic card would be a wise investment here, twenty dollars, the card allows you entry to all museums, galleries and exhibitions with a day of boarding, as well as free passes on the train. Besides the bikes can also be rented by the hour or day periods.
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But if you're a lover of the race of the Formula One, then nothing better than to take in coming to see the Grand Prix in Barcelona. Held annually at the Circuit de Catalunya in the north of the city, where twenty of the best drivers in the world are one of the most important events in the highly competitive automotive calendar.
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Then there is the Sonar Festival, an annual festival of progressive music and multimedia art. This 3-day event has proven very popular with festival-goers alternative, because it has a musical trend that is common in many summer festivals in Europe.
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In terms of climate, Barcelona has warm summers and mild winters and dry, ie, hotels in Barcelona are always in high demand. There are a number of hotels in the city of Barcelona to suit all budgets, as well as being close to all major attractions and convention centers, so if this is a long weekend, a week vacation or a trip business, there is something for everyone.
In many ways, Barcelona has a unique culture that goes on with its other monuments exposed through their history (the latter a rather long topic that requires a special post) While the city is proud of their heritage and language, also retains a unique charm that can not be found elsewhere.
Barcelona is, in effect, "A jewel in the sun."
