Wednesday, August 10, 2011

From sport to architecture, Barcelona has it all

By Lance Lycett


If you've been considering a trip to Spain, then the city you've got to see is Barcelona. If you are going to Europe at all, or wish to travel somewhere exciting from all across the globe, Barcelona will continue to be right at the top of the list. You could spend a month and still have more to explore, from the superb sights of Gaudi and his design, the culture all across the disorganized city, and oh yes, if it is soccer season you can pick up FC Barcelona tickets to see the world's best team in action.

Barcelona is a city unlike any other. It has got a unique match of traditional history and sights, contemporary culture and innovation, and everything in between. It mixes many alternative cultures, languages, styles, customs and more. As an example, even though it's in Spain, Barcelona has deeper ties to its region, Catalonia. The Catalan language is spoken as often as not, as opposed to Spanish, and life is dissimilar in Barcelona and Catalonia then the rest of the Spanish country.

One of the sides of Barcelona that most folks know about is the design and art of Antoni Gaudi. Gaudi is one of the most noted designers ever, and he had a completely unique style that brought organic forms and kinds into buildings and design. He was also well understood to be a bit out there and overboard with some of his decor, using bright colours and all sorts of standout elements, like mosaics and sculptures.

Around Barcelona, his influence can be felt everywhere. His amazing masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia, is still under construction but can be toured and viewed. His suburban park Parc Guell is a novel concept that is like a theme park it's so totally designed and detailed, and his famous houses Casa Batllo and Casa Mila showcase varied styles and are must-sees in the city.

Barcelona is also right on the Mediterranean coast, and you will find miles of stunning (topless) beaches. The town is also well known to showcase amazing fight, a wild nightlife and social scene that goes all across the night, and masses more to amuse you at all hours.

Naturally, no trip to Barcelona would be completed without a visit to see the world's best football team, FC Barcelona. The Barcelona soccer squad is loaded with talent[**] and is coming off of winning the 2011 Champion's League, officially making them the best club team in the world. They also showcase many of the same Spanish stars who played for the 2010 Spanish World Cup winning squad.

You'll be in love with Barcelona and every aspect of its culture and life. Enjoy the great food and drinks, and the social life at all hours. Visit all of the gorgeous Gaudi sights, and take a trip to the beach. And whatever you do, remember to buy FC Barcelona tickets if you can, because they are as much of Barcelona and its life as anything more.




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