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The Virreina Palace
- The Virreina Palace, an architectural wonder not to be missed during your visit to Barcelona. Located on the Ramblas in the historic district of El Raval, right next to the Boqueria Market, this palace is a jewel of Barcelona's heritage.
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Located on the Ramblas in the historic district of El Raval, right next to the Boqueria Market, this palace is a jewel of Barcelona's heritage. It was the viceroy of Peru who occupied the Virreina Palace after the death of her husband, hence its name.
Dec 22, 2023 · Basílica de la Sagrada Família. 2. Barri Gòtic (Gothic Quarter) 3. Casa Milà (La Pedrera) 4. La Rambla: Barcelona's Social Hub. 5. Bogatell Beach. 6. Palau de la Música Catalana (Palace of Catalan Music) 7. Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia. 8. Parc Güell: Gaudí's Surrealist Park. 9. Casa Batlló. 10. Museu Picasso de Barcelona. 11.
Virreina Palace on Barcelona's Rambla now houses the "Centre de la Imatge" for temporary exhibitions, mainly of photography, concerts and cultural events. The interest of this place lies in its remarkable architecture, notably its neoclassical facade and its magnificent baroque frescos inside.
- Sagrada Família. Attractions. Religious buildings and sites. Soaring above Barcelona’s cityscape, the Sagrada Família will be the world’s tallest church upon completion (estimated, finally, for 2026).
- La Rambla. This is undoubtedly the most famous street in Barcelona. Stretching from Port Vell to Plaça de Catalunya in the centre, La Rambla offers a bevvy of shops, flower stands, artworks and attractions.
- Barcelona Cathedral. Attractions. Religious buildings and sites. Ciutat Vella. It’s always worth checking out an inner-city cathedral and Barcelona is no exception.
- Picasso Museum. Museums. Ciutat Vella. If the quality of a museum is measured by the number of people queuing to get in, the Picasso Museum takes first place.
Plaça Reial is a plaza in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain's Barri Gotic neighborhood. It is a tourist hotspot, especially at night, because it is adjacent to La Rambla. Many eateries and clubs, including Sidecar, Jamboree, and speakeasy cocktail bar Nou Pipa Club, are located in the square.
Mar 11, 2024 · Located inside the Palau Clarina Padellàs (the Gothic Palace) on Plaça del Rei just behind the Barcelona Cathedral, this fascinating museum is dedicated to researching and preserving Barcelona’s history. It contains more than 35,000 historical and cultural objects.
