Sagrada Familia - one and unique
July 20, 2008
Is there anyone who didn’t hear for amazing Sagrada Familia? No way. Gaudi shown how ingenious he is with Sagrada. We all knows that Sagrada is still under construction, but even that take your breath when you see her. Construction began in 1882. and continues to this days. As I found, reading about Sagrada, the building works are expected to be completed around 2026. (the 100-th anniversary of Gaudi’s death) and after I visited this grandiose church I promised myself I gonna be there in that moment :o) When you stand in front of Sagrada and look upon you can’t be inferior, either you don’t know on which part of building to take a look - everything is so grandiose, some parts looks grotesque, some make tears in your eyes and you forget to take a breath while you look upon around … Gaudi wasn’t genius, he was extraordinary, out of his time.
He worked on the project for over 40 years, devoting the last 15 years of his life entirely to the endeavor - his commitment to this project is indicated by the fact that he lived in the studio on the site - and he finished his life in 1926. in front of his unfinished masterpiece, was hit by the tram while he was leaving work-yard of Sagrada. It’s interesting that people who were on the street in that moment didn’t recognized him and he was taken to the hospital of the poor where he died 3 days later - his mortal remains now rest in the crypt of the Sagrada.
I don’t want to write more about Sagrada, so much is written about and Internet is full of texts of Sagrada and it would be overwriting of them. I would like to enjoy in photos and hope some of them will attend you to visit this beautiful place :o)
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Sagrada Familia - general tip
How to get there:
Buses: 19, 33, 34, 43, 44, 50, 51, B20, B24, N1, N7
Metro: L2(Purple Line),L5(Blue Line)(Sagrada FamĂlia)
Open every day:
- from January to March and October to December from 9 to 18 h.
- from April to September from 9 to 20 h.
- 25 and 26 December and 1 and 6 January from 9 to 14 h.
Lifts:
The elevator rises the visitors up to 65m of height, in the Passion and 55m height in the Nativity facade.
Price: 2 €. – only you need to wait in line about 90 minutes for elevator to get your turn
Audio guides:
4 € -Catalan, Castilian (Spanish), English, French, Italian and German
Present condition:
The church of the Sagrada FamĂlia is in process of construction and consequently the interior is open and submitted, the same as the outside
The Nativity facade and the Crypt of the Sagrada FamĂlia, are recently declared "WORLD HERITAGE" by the UNESCO.
Buses: 19, 33, 34, 43, 44, 50, 51, B20, B24, N1, N7
Metro: L2(Purple Line),L5(Blue Line)(Sagrada FamĂlia)
Open every day:
- from January to March and October to December from 9 to 18 h.
- from April to September from 9 to 20 h.
- 25 and 26 December and 1 and 6 January from 9 to 14 h.
Lifts:
The elevator rises the visitors up to 65m of height, in the Passion and 55m height in the Nativity facade.
Price: 2 €. – only you need to wait in line about 90 minutes for elevator to get your turn
Audio guides:
4 € -Catalan, Castilian (Spanish), English, French, Italian and German
Present condition:
The church of the Sagrada FamĂlia is in process of construction and consequently the interior is open and submitted, the same as the outside
The Nativity facade and the Crypt of the Sagrada FamĂlia, are recently declared "WORLD HERITAGE" by the UNESCO.
The Archof Triumph in Barcelona
As every big city Barcelona has the Arch of Triumph too - this arch is built as the entrance to the Universal Exposition at 1888. which took place at the Parc de la Ciutadella.The arch is built with colorful brickwork in mudejar style (the Arab-Christian art - Moorish architecture - which developed after the 12th century).The arch is decorated with stone carvings. The front frieze shows the city of Barcelona welcoming visitors, and the other side shows a prize-giving ceremony.The crown of the arch is adorned with a stone carving of the Coat of Arms of Barcelona.All the other Spanish provinces are represented as well on either side of the crown. The arch is also adorned with twelve statues of women, symbolizing fame.
With a short walk from the Parc de la Ciutadella you just can't miss this great monument.
With a short walk from the Parc de la Ciutadella you just can't miss this great monument.
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La Ciutadella Park
The Parc de la Ciutadella is Barcelona's most central park. The park includes a zoo, a lake, a large fountain and several museums.
Also the Catalan Parliament is seated at a building in the center of the park.
If you attend to visit this place,and I really recommend that, you'll find the park at the end of the Avinguda del Marques de l'Argentera, between the district of Barceloneta and the Passeig de Sant Joan. Be sure you'll enjoy in this beautiful green area walking through the tree shaded avenues, palms, statues, flower garden, lakes with waterfalls ... this is the corner for relaxing in the heart of Barsa.
It was called Ciutadella because Philip V had a military fortress built here about 1715 - he was the Bourbon king won the War of Succesion to the throne of Spain - and after the conquest of the city he dissolved the Catalan parliament, prohibited Catalan language and raised here district the Ribera and build the fortified bastion the Ciutadella.
This place become park after 1888. when the World Fair was held in the gardens in Ciutadella - in that time famous Cascada fountain is build and it's interesting that the design is bases on the Trevi Fountain in Rome, and one more interesting is that the main architect (Josep Fontsere) was assisted by Antoni Gaudi who was still student at the time.We had no luck to see fountain in whole beauty because was under reconstruction, but still the rest of the park was paradise for eyes and soul.
Also the Catalan Parliament is seated at a building in the center of the park.
If you attend to visit this place,and I really recommend that, you'll find the park at the end of the Avinguda del Marques de l'Argentera, between the district of Barceloneta and the Passeig de Sant Joan. Be sure you'll enjoy in this beautiful green area walking through the tree shaded avenues, palms, statues, flower garden, lakes with waterfalls ... this is the corner for relaxing in the heart of Barsa.
It was called Ciutadella because Philip V had a military fortress built here about 1715 - he was the Bourbon king won the War of Succesion to the throne of Spain - and after the conquest of the city he dissolved the Catalan parliament, prohibited Catalan language and raised here district the Ribera and build the fortified bastion the Ciutadella.
This place become park after 1888. when the World Fair was held in the gardens in Ciutadella - in that time famous Cascada fountain is build and it's interesting that the design is bases on the Trevi Fountain in Rome, and one more interesting is that the main architect (Josep Fontsere) was assisted by Antoni Gaudi who was still student at the time.We had no luck to see fountain in whole beauty because was under reconstruction, but still the rest of the park was paradise for eyes and soul.
statue of dragon , part of the C…
the Cascada fountain
small lake, a popular spot where…
the Zoological Museum
the Zoological Museum
Port Vell - Mare magnum
If you walk towards the water down La Rambla, you will find yourself facing the back of the monument of Christopher Columbus's.It is near the spot where he landed upon returning in 1493. Continue toward the water and cross over the swing bridge (built in 1992 for the Olympics) and you will be approaching the Moll d'Espanya. The views of Barcelona Port from the water from this side is great.The Maremagnum is the large building at the end of the swing bridge and is filled with shops, restaurants, and clubs. The IMAX theater and Aquarium (the largest in Europe) are also nearby.
El Raval - Barcelona
El Raval is a barrio (district) in Ciutat Vella - the neighborhood is also known as Barri Xino - "Chinatown." El Raval is one of the two historical neighbourhoods that border the Rambla -the other being the Barri Gotic.
An area historically infamous for its nightlife and cabarets, as well as prostitution and crime, El Raval has changed significantly in recent years and, due its central location, has become a minor attraction of Barcelona. It is currently the home to a very diverse immigrant community from Pakistans and Indonesians, and more recent Eastern European community. El Raval is also becoming one of the hippest up-and-coming neighbourhoods of Barcelona where many artists live and work. It is home to many bars, restaurants, and night spots.
Our hostel was in Calle Hospital in El Raval, so we had a chance to be a part of it and to see also this side of life in Barcelona – interesting experience for sure :o)
An area historically infamous for its nightlife and cabarets, as well as prostitution and crime, El Raval has changed significantly in recent years and, due its central location, has become a minor attraction of Barcelona. It is currently the home to a very diverse immigrant community from Pakistans and Indonesians, and more recent Eastern European community. El Raval is also becoming one of the hippest up-and-coming neighbourhoods of Barcelona where many artists live and work. It is home to many bars, restaurants, and night spots.
Our hostel was in Calle Hospital in El Raval, so we had a chance to be a part of it and to see also this side of life in Barcelona – interesting experience for sure :o)
Barri Gotic - in the heart of Barcelona
The Barri Gotic (known as "Barri de la Seu" - Cathedral quarter) enclose most of what is left of medieval Barcelona. It's area between Cathedral and City Hall, and in the part surrounded by the bastions of the Roman walls. The Barri Gotic begin in the Placa Nova (the oldest square in Barcelona), it was entrance to the solitary Roman "Barcino" and in the 13th century was the main market in Barcelona where slaves were sold.
Carrer del Bisbe Irurita (street of the bishop) is the heart of the Barri Gotic and kept in original until today and is specific with the bridge which is sort of miniature summing up of Gothic art...the whole area has that beautiful "shadow" of old times and still stand proud keeping those times of oblivion. If you come to Barcelona don't miss to take a walk through, the Barri Gotic deserves your attention.
Carrer del Bisbe Irurita (street of the bishop) is the heart of the Barri Gotic and kept in original until today and is specific with the bridge which is sort of miniature summing up of Gothic art...the whole area has that beautiful "shadow" of old times and still stand proud keeping those times of oblivion. If you come to Barcelona don't miss to take a walk through, the Barri Gotic deserves your attention.
Carrer del Bisbe Irurita
statues on the bridge in Carrer …
Placa del Rei
part of the wall of the Cathedral
La Rambla - street artists
Les Rambles - the most famous avenue in Barcelona - the long shady street lined with plane trees. This is heart of Barcelona, of the old city, and connect 2 Barcelona's vital points:Placa de Catalunya and Placa Portal de la Pau with the monument to Christopher Columbus. Because we were in Calle Hospital by Rambla, every day began with walk down Rambla :o) and it's so nice when you wake up, get out and just after 100 meters you are in the street full of life,colorful with all street artists dressed that each of them tells his story, with painters who would make your portrait or caricature in moment, or you can enjoy siting in some cafe outside with your glass of sangria and watch the people walking along the street from Placa de Catalunya,over Rambla to the Port Vell ... Rambla is alive during the whole day with "flowing river of people", with whispering or laugh all around - it's so easy be part of this and enjoy in sunny day :o)
toreador
"frozen"
samurai
lady and gentlmen
pause - the artists have the sou…
"fruit lady"
if you want perfect portrait you…
TV team makes the interview
the camerman is unique , isn't h…
La Rambla is always full of life
Pension Luis , Barcelona
We made reservation for 4 nights in Pension Luis at January over Internet - Hostal World, and prize was very good, just 24 Euro for night. Hostel is in the heart of Barcelona,very centrally located in calle Hospital, one of the main streets of Barcelona,in the Raval district.
From airport we take the train to Plaza Catalunya,then the metro,line L3,to Liceu station and get just in the heart of La Rambla,crossed the street and we were in Calle Hospital :o) Just 150 meters down the street is No.93, P.Luis is on the 1-st floor. We were very nice surprised when received sms on our mobile that day with welcoming message that they wait for us :o) And really, Luis is very nice person, welcoming and with advices for everything we needed, so we felt welcome and safe :o) Pension Luis is hostel with nice small rooms (we take with private bathroom), common kitchen with fridge and cooker, so we could prepare meal if we want, Internet is available over 24 hours for free ... and what is important,everything is clean.
So, we could start beautiful 5 days in Barsa and Hostal Luis with his location was perfect - heart of Barsa,most museums and tourist attractions are within a walking distance, and with great Mr.Luis (the owner) and his hospitality everything was just great :o)
From airport we take the train to Plaza Catalunya,then the metro,line L3,to Liceu station and get just in the heart of La Rambla,crossed the street and we were in Calle Hospital :o) Just 150 meters down the street is No.93, P.Luis is on the 1-st floor. We were very nice surprised when received sms on our mobile that day with welcoming message that they wait for us :o) And really, Luis is very nice person, welcoming and with advices for everything we needed, so we felt welcome and safe :o) Pension Luis is hostel with nice small rooms (we take with private bathroom), common kitchen with fridge and cooker, so we could prepare meal if we want, Internet is available over 24 hours for free ... and what is important,everything is clean.
So, we could start beautiful 5 days in Barsa and Hostal Luis with his location was perfect - heart of Barsa,most museums and tourist attractions are within a walking distance, and with great Mr.Luis (the owner) and his hospitality everything was just great :o)
Calle Hospital, 10 meters from h…
part of the room
view from balcony on back yard
"Goodbye" from Luis with his big…
Picasso Museum, Barcelona
Picasso museum is one of the places you have to visit when you get to Barsa.
It's situated in the center of Barcelona, housed in five adjoining medieval palaces in Barcelona's Barri Gotic, in Carrer de Montcada 15-23,and open from Tuesday to Sundays (including holidays)from 10am to 8pm, with ticket prize of 9 Euro.
The Museu Picasso reveals Picasso's relationship with the city of Barcelona, a relationship that was shaped in his youth and adolescence, and continued until his death.
The collection of museum include more than 3500 works and Picasso himself donated a large number of items. This included his early work, school books, academic pieces, paintings from his Blue Period and more…it’s hard to introduce him just by little review, so this is just my high recommend to visit this place when you come to Barsa and to enjoy in masterpieces of Maestro.
It's situated in the center of Barcelona, housed in five adjoining medieval palaces in Barcelona's Barri Gotic, in Carrer de Montcada 15-23,and open from Tuesday to Sundays (including holidays)from 10am to 8pm, with ticket prize of 9 Euro.
The Museu Picasso reveals Picasso's relationship with the city of Barcelona, a relationship that was shaped in his youth and adolescence, and continued until his death.
The collection of museum include more than 3500 works and Picasso himself donated a large number of items. This included his early work, school books, academic pieces, paintings from his Blue Period and more…it’s hard to introduce him just by little review, so this is just my high recommend to visit this place when you come to Barsa and to enjoy in masterpieces of Maestro.
the Pigeons,
La Salchichona, 1917
portrait of Mrs Canals
Mother and child, blue period, 1903
The Embrace, Parisian period, 1900
Infanta Margarita Maria
