Interesting facts about Barcelona

In and Around Barcelona

Lunes 06 de Febrero de 2012 15:32

If you have decided to visit Barcelona, you have an amazing taste. Barcelona is a very elegant city with a lot of art. This city is famous for its impressive history, culture, monuments, fantastic architecture, museums, galleries and interesting people. Of course you can say a lot about Barcelona but I will list 13 most interesting and unique facts about the Catalan Capital.

Fact 1
There are two legends about Barcelona, one says that the city was opened by Hercules 400 years before Rome was built. The other legend says that city was built by Hamilcar Barca who was Hannibal’s father.

The Exercise Guide to Barcelona: Running and Cycling Routes

In and Around Barcelona

Lunes 06 de Febrero de 2012 12:57

Sport is very popular in Barcelona and this Mediterranean city is ready for you! You will not find many cities that offer great exercise options outdoors and with open surroundings from mountains to beautiful beaches in a temperate climate, Barcelona is the perfect place to exercise. What is more, when you are running, bicycling or rollerblading in various locations of the Catalan Capital you will be greeted by breathtaking views.

Not matter your age, your personal goals or your purpose for exercise, doing it in Barcelona will be more satisfying and this is why we have prepared this guide so you can keep fit and achieve your personal goals at the same time as having a vacation. So let’s get a move on!

Barcelona to Host 2014 International Conference on Sustainable Building

In and Around Barcelona

Viernes 03 de Febrero de 2012 16:31

Barcelona was chosen to be a host for the International Conference on Sustainable Building which is planned for October 2014 and there are going to be approximately 3000 experts from 50 countries. The decision of the place was made through a competition between Portugal, Qatar and Scotland. This congress is held every three years and has different themes, and the theme of 2014 will be “Results in Sustainable Building: Are we moving as fast as we should?”.

Secrets of Park Guell

In and Around Barcelona

Viernes 03 de Febrero de 2012 10:57

Park Güell is one of the most famous creations made by Spanish architect Antonio Gaudi.  It is located in the Vallcarca area in Barcelona on a small mountain. In 1900 Count Eusebi Güell bought land in order to build a small town, where after he had built the cottages, he would sell them off.