Barcelona City Breaks
The city Barcelona is situated Mediterranean coast and it is the second largest city of Spain. This is a city where the European and even the worldwide tourists often come to Barcelona for having a little break from the monotonous daily lives. Here is some of the information about the city breaks of Barcelona for you. Even the information will be useful for the residents of Barcelona who want to have a little break in daily life.
The city break locations in Barcelona are of two different types. First types of city break locations are called occasional break locations. Here mentioning some of them for you. If you are a motor sports lover then the Barcelona Formula1 GP is a great event for break providing you are in Barcelona in a particular time of every year. The Catalonia Grand Prix happens each and every year in the mentioned circuit. Some of the other occasional events that give break to the people in Barcelona are the Jazz Fest and the famous Spanish League football tournament. Nu-Camp football ground which is the official practice or playing ground of Barcelona Football Club is situated here in Barcelona.
The other types of break spots of Barcelona are called the Permanent Break Spots. Cathedral of Santa Eulàlia or simply La Seu is famous church in Barcelona following the old Gothic architecture. It is told that this church was made between 13th and 15th century. A basilica or a public hall called La Sagrada Família is one of the centers of attraction of city Barcelona. Surprisingly, the construction of this public hall was begun during the 19th century and the construction is still on. Now mentioning some other permanent Barcelona city breaks. Santa Maria del Mar, Santa Maria del Pi Church, Portal de l'Àngel, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, The Palau Nacional, Palau de la Música, Torre Agbar, The Arc de Triomf, Castell dels tres Dracs, Gaudi's Park Güell etc. are some famous break locations in Barcelona.
Though the above-mentioned places are called the city breaks often, they have a great reputation among the world tourists too.
Quick Tip #1
Barcelona city breaks are often cheaper if you travel midweek |
Quick Tip #2
When you arrive in Barcelona buy a guidebook as this will save you time and you can plan your city break. |
Quick Tip #3
Remember that you will need the Euro currency when in Barcelona ! |
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