Thursday, 16 February 2012

Barcelona: Tourism at its utmost best

A gothic and Modernist marvel on the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona is quirky, cosmopolitan and effortlessly cool. The capital of Catalonia and the second largest city of Spain, Barcelona boasts of a rich history dating back at least 2,000 years when it gained prominence as a Roman town under its old name, Barcino. In 1992, Barcelona gained international recognition by hosting the Olympic games which worked as a massive boost to the city’s tourism industry. With the advent of one of the most prominent soccer club in the world, FC Barcelona, the city has made a strong impact in the global tourism market.

The city of Barcelona breathes life. From chefs foraging for fresh produce in La Boqueria Market at the crack of dawn to partygoers leaving El Born's pulsating clubs around the same time, Barcelona is literally a traveler’s delight. Pause for a moment, and discover Barcelona's real charm in small details that makes the Catalan capital one of Spain's most livable and loveable cities.

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