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Barcelona

Submitted by Spain On Line on Thu, 26/08/2010 - 11:39 |

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Barcelona, capital of the Catalonia region in Spain, is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city that still incorporates Roman remains in its urban street pattern, as well as medieval districts and beautiful examples of Modernism and 20th century avant-garde art. The emblematic buildings of Catalan architects Antoni Gaudí and Luis Doménech i Montaner were declared to be World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. ... read more >>>

Barcelona El Prat airport (BCN)

Submitted by on-map on Tue, 05/10/2010 - 23:53 |

Airports

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Barcelona El Prat airport (BCN) is located some 10 km (6.2 mi) southwest from Barcelona city, in the region of Catalonia, Spain. Its the second largest in Spain after Madrid Barajas airport and main hub for Spanair and Vueling and a focus city for Air Europa and Iberia.... read more >>>

Valle de Aran

Submitted by Spain On Line on Mon, 06/09/2010 - 11:28 |

Nature

Val d´Aran

The Val d’Arán is located in the Central Pyrenees - province of Lleida/Lerida, region of Catalonia - and it has the characteristic of an Atlantic slope valley; due to this, its main river, the Garona, makes its way through Aquitaine lands and flows into Bordeaux (France). ... read more >>>

Catalonia

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The region of Catalonia (Catalunya/Cataluña) covers an area of some 32,000 square kilometres and has a population of about 6 million, the second highest of the seventeen regions in Spain after Andalucia. Catalonia offers splendid coasts and beaches, beautiful nature, skiing options in the pyrenees, history and culture, the metropolis of Barcelona, business opportunities and nightlife.... read more >>>

Lleida - Lerida

Submitted by Spain On Line on Sun, 14/11/2010 - 12:46 |

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Lleida/Lérida capital

La ciudad de Lleida (denominación en Catalán, en español:Lérida), asentada en el centro de la vega del río Segre en la comunidad autónoma de Cataluña, ha acogido a diversas culturas a lo largo de su historia. En la ciudad vieja destaca la antigua catedral o Seu Vella, símbolo de la capital, situada sobre una colina.... read more >>>

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Girona - Gerona

Submitted by on-map on Sun, 14/11/2010 - 18:09 |

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Girona (as it is known in catalan, or "Gerona" in Castillian spanish) is the capital of the eponymous province in the autonomous region of Catalonia, which has its origins in the Roman city of Gerunda. This so-called "City of Four Rivers" has an historic quarter dominated by medieval buildings with Roman, Arabic and Hebrew architectural influences including the Gerona Cathedral, the Jewish quarter and the houses of Onar. Visitors can enjoy its excellent historical and cultural content in the walled-in area in the Força Vella.... read more >>>

Tarragona

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Tarragona is a city with a long historical tradition and broad artistic heritage. It is located on the shores of the Mediterranean on the Golden Coast (la Costa Dorada). Boasting warm water beaches, it is an extremely popular tourist attraction.

Its origins date back to the ancient Roman Tarraco, capital of the Hispania Citerior Tarraconensis. Its main legacy is the "Roman ruins of Tarraco"; an archaeological site that was declared a Unesco World Heritage Site

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Costa Brava

Submitted by Spain On Line on Tue, 14/12/2010 - 14:05 |

Beaches

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The Costa Brava or "Wild Coast" has something to suit everyone: excellent sunbathing spots, all kinds of water sports activities, a lively nightlife, sleepy coastal villages, golf courses and nature parks. It is located along the shoreline of the province of Girona in Catalonia, in the Alt Empord and Baix Empord, and stretches from the French border to Blanes, about 60 km north of Barcelona. It can be easily accessed from the Barcelona Airport (El Prat Airport), which is the second largest airport in Spain after Madrid Barajas. ... read more >>>

Costa Dorada

Submitted by on-map on Tue, 14/12/2010 - 14:07 |

Beaches

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The Costa Dorada (or the "Golden Coast") is an area along the coastline of Catalonia, between Cunit and the mouth of the Ebro river, in the province of Tarragona. It gets its name from the golden colour of its beaches and the quality of light in the area. Reus Airport (REU) is located in the Costa Dorada, about 4.7 miles from the city of Tarragona. The airport provides the main access to the Costa Dorada and is served by a number of budget airline companies. Some of the main resorts and towns in the area include: Cap Salou, La Pineda, Cambrils, Port Aventura, Sitges and Salou.

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La Sagrada Familia

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The Sagrada Familia (Basilica and Expiatory Church of the Holy Family) is a large Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, Catalonia. It was designed by the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926) and although it remains unfinished, it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. ... read more >>>

Güell Park

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Park Güell is a garden complex with various architectural elements and sculptures designed by the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. It is located on the hill of El Carmel in the Gracia district of Barcelona and was built in 1900-1914. It forms part of the "Works of Antoni Gaudí" UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Cap de Creus Nature Park

Submitted by Nicole01 on Wed, 12/01/2011 - 10:55 |

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The Cap de Creus headland is located on the easternmost tip of the Iberian peninsula in Girona and it enjoys breathtaking views of the coast. It is a place of outstanding natural beauty, in a unique geological setting. The erosive effect of the north wind on the coastline has created a number of natural sculptures and rock formations and transformed the landscape in a very special way.... read more >>>

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Montserrat natural park

Submitted by Nicole01 on Thu, 13/01/2011 - 13:53 |

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Montserrat natural park (Parque natural Macizo de Montserrat), in the province of Barcelona, has a unique landscape with mountain ranges and forests. It also contains works of great artistic and historical interest, among which is the important monastery of Montserrat and its famous Moreneta.... read more >>>

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The Sant Llorenç del Munt i l'Obac Natural Park

Submitted by Nicole01 on Tue, 25/01/2011 - 11:47 |

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The Sant Llorenç del Munt i l'Obac Natural Park, in the province of Barcelona, has a unique landscape comprised of cliffs and giant red monoliths that contrast sharply with the green pine and oak forests on the mountain slopes and channels.... read more >>>

The Montseny natural park

Submitted by Nicole01 on Tue, 25/01/2011 - 12:42 |

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The Montseny natural park has a mixed landscape with Mediterranean terrain and Central European nature. The park, which is located in the province of Barcelona, has a unique biodiversity and displays various historical traces left by man over time. The Montseny natural park is a biosphere reserve and a world heritage site.

The park is located on the high plains between the counties of Vallès, Osona and La Selva. It is a mountainous block with a high characteristic profile, visible from many parts of Catalonia. The park is known for its beautiful landscapes and stunning views. Its name comes from the Latin "Mont Signus" (Mount Signal), and is in reference to the steep relief.

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The Church of Santa María del Mar

Submitted by on-map on Wed, 26/01/2011 - 10:56 |

Monuments and buildings

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The Basilica of Santa María del Mar is a Catalan Gothic church in Barcelona, located in the district of La Ribera and built between 1329 and 1383. The master builders were Berenguer de Montagut (head designer of the building) and Ramón Despuig.
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Santa Eulalia Cathedral

Submitted by Nicole01 on Wed, 26/01/2011 - 13:00 |

Monuments and buildings

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The Cathedral of Santa Cruz and Santa Eulalia (which is also known as Seo, o Seu in Catalan) is Barcelona's Gothic Cathedral and the seat of the Archbishop of Barcelona. The Cathedral started out, in its earliest form, as an early Christian basilica (before the 5th Century), which was later replaced by a church in the Visigoth period. Finally, it became an old Romanesque cathedral until it was destroyed by the Moors in the year 925. The remains of the basilica can be found in the Museum of City History (el Museo de Historia de la Ciudad).... read more >>>

Montjuic

Submitted by Nicole01 on Thu, 27/01/2011 - 11:46 |

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Montjuic is the hill and green zone in Barcelona, located southwest of the city centre (Ciutat Vella). The hill is over 200 meters high and was the first area in the city to be populated by man. It has always been a strategic place from which to defend the city so there has been a fortress on its summit since ancient times. In 1751, the present castle was built by Juan Martín Cermeño, which was occupied by the French during the Spanish War of Independence. It is possible to take a cable car from the city port to the castle.... read more >>>

Casa Batllò

Submitted by Nicole01 on Fri, 28/01/2011 - 11:14 |

Casa Batlló is one of the most remarkable works of architect Antoni Gaudí. The building is notable for its organic shapes and the colours of the facade, which was inspired by the sea and marine life.
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Casa Milá - La Pedrera

Submitted by Spain On Line on Fri, 18/02/2011 - 14:34 |

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Casa Milà, which is better known as La Pedrera (Catalan for "The Quarry") is a building in Barcelona, designed by Catalan architect Anotni Gaudí. Casa Milà was built for the wealthy Milà family and was completed in 1912. It is located at 92, Passeig de Gracia in the Eixample district of Barcelona. The building is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Works of Antoni Gaudí".... read more >>>

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