Ciobanu - BARCELONA A PHOTOGRAPHIC TOUR

Copyright 2015 by Alexandru Ciobanu
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First Publication, 2015

A collection by Alexandru CiobanuLausanne, Switzerland

From the series Photographic tours

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Barcelona is the city of colors. The vibrant blue of the Mediterranean Sea and the green of the relaxing parks combine pleasantly with the multicolored facades of the Modernist buildings. This place is bursting with life, energy and joy. Barcelona has a young spirit and it offers a unique mix of attractions, from amazing architecture to medieval cathedrals and world-recognized modern art. With a history that stretches back more than 2000 years, Barcelona keeps reinventing itself over and over again, evolving into an original cosmopolitan mix that makes it one of the most desirable cities on the planet.

Here art is everywhere, as the city is home to a number of amazing artists. This is the place where the heritage of the famous architect, Antoni Gaudi, can be admired in all its greatness. Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo and Parc Guell are only some of his creations. Juan Mir is another famous Catalan artist, native to Barcelona, whose works have strongly influenced the city.

The heart of the city is the Las Ramblas Boulevard. Located centrally and very popular, this street offers a wide range of attractions, cultural venues, restaurants, the famous human statues and the colorful Boqueria market. Close to here, the visitor may admire the historical buildings of the old town. Dating back to medieval times, small intricate streets guide the traveler to monumental landmarks, such as the Barcelona Cathedral and the Santa Maria del Mar church, both marvelous examples of Catalan Gothic architecture. After a stroll through the old town, you can admire the modern part of the city and indulge in the many amazing architectural works located throughout Barcelona.

But the city of Barcelona has even more to offer. There are numerous attractive beaches, where locals and tourists alike relax on hot summer days. The city has a large number of museums covering a wide range of subjects, from history and science to famous artists such as Pablo Picasso and Juan Mir. Barcelona has also a lot to offer for nature lovers. You can go walking up the Montjuic hill and admire the city from a bird's eye view, you can relax in the many parks around the city and you can even visit places outside Barcelona, such as the Tibidabo mountain and the Monserrat monastery.

This book will guide your steps through a visual journey of the city of Barcelona, and you will have the chance to admire amazing photographs of all the important places, monuments and landmarks. It is a wonderful opportunity to indulge in the heart of Barcelona and feel the Catalan culture and Mediterranean atmosphere of this inviting city.