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Major Sights
Barcelona Cathedral (La Seu).jpg) The Cathedral is situated in he heart of the city, in the old quarter in Plaza de la Seu. Every Sunday at noon, local people gather in front of the Cathedral and they dance the Catalan national dance, the Sardana. You will be made welcome to join in. The large bell towers combine medieval and Renaissance styles, it is among the most impressive Spanish Cathedrals. It is worth exploring the fascinating interior of the monument and wondering at the tiny chapels inside, each one dedicated to a different saint. In the building a museum of medieval art can also be found. Admission to the Cathedral is free, but there is a small charge for the museum. (át van írva, le kell ellenőrizni.)
La Sagrada Familia.jpg) An homage to the one-time powerful Sagrada family, this church is just one of Gaudi's unfinished masterpieces. In his vision the Sagrada Familia should become a memorial of remorse for modern materialism in the Spanish town. If ever concluded, this would be the highest building in Barcelona. Gaudí knew that his vision was too gigantic to conclude it during his lifetime. Until his death (1926), he finished the crypt, one of the towers and most of the Christmas facade. Since then several architects and sculptors have contributed to the fulfilment of Gaudí’s vision. Constantly under controversial discussion Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia shall be finished 2030 – if there is enough financial support. (ellenőrzés kell, esetleg átírás)
Columbus monument (Monumento a Colón).jpg) The monument was opened to the public on 1 June 1888, some weeks after the opening of the Universal Exposition. Gaietà Buïgas i Monravà designed the metallic column and Rafael Atché modelled the sculpture of Columbus. The column is 51 metres high, while Columbus on top has his index finger symbolically pointing towards the New World. You can go up by elevator and enjoy the nice panoramic view of the city. Open from 9 to 20:30 h from Monday to Sunday. Closed on Jan 1, Oct 12 and Dec 25 & 26. (át lehetne írni)
The Ramblas (Las Ramblas).jpg) Las Ramblas is probably the most famous boulevard in Barcelona. This wide promenade, beginning at the harbor and curving more than a mile to the Plaza de Catalunya, is the heart and soul of Barcelona. It's an ideal place for dining, watching people or street performers,shopping and strolling off into the city's cobbled alleyways. (át van írva, ellenőrzés kell)
Montjuich.jpg) The Montjüic is a massive hill overlooking the harbour, to the southeast of the center of Barcelona. The huge park lies 213 metres above the harbour and it is one of the major tourist attractions in the city. Montjüic hosted the World Exhibition in 1929 and the Olympic Games in 1992, remains of these big events in Barcelona can still be visited. The impressive view of Barcelona and the sporting and cultural devices on Montjüic are worth more than one visit. (esetleg át lehet írni)
National Art Museum of Catalonia (Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya (MNAC)).jpg) The MNAC is situated in the impressive Palau Nacional on Montjüic. This elegant palace gives home to a permanent collection of Romanesque art, Catalunyan Gothic art, European masters collections including the renaissance and the baroque periods. Modernisme, Noucentisme, Avant-Garde and more can be found here. Temporary exhibits of paintings, coins, sculpture, photography and more come and go, supplementing the extensive collection of art in the palace. (esetleg átírható)
Joan Miro Foundation (Fundació Joan Miró).jpg) Joan Miró himself founded this museum in 1975. The Foundation’s collection consists of 11,000 pieces: 240 paintings, 175 sculptures, 9 textiles, 4 ceramics, the almost complete graphic works, and around 8,000 drawings. Miro’s works show his development as an artist throughout more than 50 years. Opening hours: Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat 10.00-19.00 (July-Sept until 20.00), Do 10.00-21.30 and Sun 10.00-14.30 (ellenőrzés kell)
Picasso Museum (Museu Picasso).jpg) An interesting collection of Picasso's early Spanish works are housed and displayed in this former 15th Century palace. The genius of the young artist is revealed through the more than 3,500 works that make up the permanent collection. However, the Picasso Museum also reveals his relationship with Barcelona: an intimate, solid relationship that was shaped in his adolescence and youth, and continued until his death. Open daily, except Monday.
Gaudí’s Casa Batllo.jpg) Casa Battló invites you to visit not just a building but an artistic legend. Hidden behind the exceptional modernista facade, it is a world of surprises and refined architectural details. Gaudí designed the building for a wealthy Aristocrat. The lower levels were for the owner and the upper floors were for renting. The „house” is a museum now. (ellenőrzésre)
La Casa Mila (La Pedrera)
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This large apartment building was built between 1906 and 1910. This unique monument lacks classical angles. Various theories have been advanced as to the source of Gaudí's inspiration: from ocean waves to a variety of specific mountains, even a mountain crest with clouds. Regardless of the springs of creation, this limestone building seems sculptural, with contrasts between curves, concavities, and voids, with pale stone contrasting with dark iron. (ellenőrzésre)