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The capital of Catalonia is unequivocally a Mediterranean city, not only because
of its geographic location but also and above all because of its history,
tradition and cultural influences. The documented history of the city
dates back to the founding of a Roman colony on its soil in the second
century B.C. Modern Barcelona experienced spectacular growth and economic
revival at the onset of industrialization during the second half of the
19th century. The 1888 World's Fair became a symbol of the capacity for
hard work and the international outlook projected by the city. Culture
and the arts flourished in Barcelona and in all of Catalonia; the splendor
achieved by Catalonian modernism is one of the most patent displays.
Take a weekend break in Barcelona, more than just a single city, is really a collection of multi-faceted and diverse cities. The visitor unfamiliar with its history might be surprised that such a modern and enterprising city preserves its historic Gothic center almost intact, or by the curious contrast between the maze of narrow streets and the grid-like layout of the Eixample, the urban planning "Enlargement" project of the end of the 19th century. So, here you have a usefull Barcelona guide that will provide you all the Barcelona tourist information you may need to enjoy this lively city. |