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Many important figures in the history of Barcelona are known to have been Freemasons. These include Ildefons Cerdà, who designed the 19th-century extension of Barcelona called the Eixample and Lluís Companys who...

Index: History | Public Art | Museums | Restaurants | Hotels | Nightlife | Shopping | Safety El Raval is a vibrant multi-cultural neighborhood in the heart of Barcelona. The...

Barcelona traces its origins over 2,000 years ago to the Roman colony called Barcino. It was founded by Emperor Augustus during the period of 15-10 BC, and the full Latin...

“Barcelona the beautiful and wise, where I left so many things hanging on the altar of happiness...” ~ Pablo Picasso, 1936In this article we’ll explore the Barcelona of Picasso’s youth....

One of the best things about Barcelona is that if you feel like you need a break from the city, in just an hour or two you can find yourself...

Barcelona, the capital city of Spain’s Catalonia region, is a vibrant city, with both a historic and modern feel. And is a perfect place to sit still, as well as...