Savoring the Pyrenees from Barcelona
by tomhb2
A visit to the Vall de Boi is a wonderful excursion from Barcelona. Although it can be done in a long day, 2 or 3 days is better if you have the time. The valley is on the west side of the National Park of Aiguestortes and Estany of Sant Maurici. In the valley are several small towns linked by hiking trails. You can explore wonderful 12th century churches and see evidence of the Romans who settled the valley in the first century. In the summertime there are many concerts dances, and other festive events.
A 19th century spa offers luxury accommodation, but I prefer the Hostal Pascual, a centrally located family-run pension which provides nice rooms in a woodsy setting with excellent meals and very reasonable prices.
You can take a taxi into the national park and spend the day walking the trails from easy strolls to challenging hikes, and spend a night in a mountain refuge if you choose.
Vall de boi is a charming place which offers something for every taste. My fondest memory of Barcelona is spending at night in the Parador de Cardona, located a short drive outside of Barcelona. It is a 9th century castle on a hilltop converted into a luxury hotel. The rates are very reasonable for the chance to live and dine like a king.
Palau Nacional Area
by 36waterfalls
Another memory I hold dear was discovering the area from Plaça Espanya uphill to Palau Nacional on one of my evening strolls.
Meaning to visit the fountain, because of road closure I had to go round the block. Then I found the palace lighted up on the hill....and on my way I found the colored cascades.
I had to climb all the stairs, but it was a great walk.
The reward was a breathtaking view over Barcelona. So worth it!
Feria de Abril
by listenandlearn
Each year and every year Sevilla celebrates “La Feria de Abril", meaning dancing the flamenco, dancing the Seviliana and parties everywhere. These feast last at least for 7 days, day and night feasta. Let´s not forget that during these week we also have the bullfights. Flamenco and bullfighting symbolizes strong cultural traditions in Andalusia (South of Spain) and the April Feria offers a unique insight of the character and the atmosphere of this individual region.
FC Barcelona
by Hockeylady
Soccer / football; FC Barcelona
I am a great fan of hockey and football. The Barca is absolutely hot! A stadium full of cheering fans ... There's no better place to be!
Blaugrana al vent,
un crit valent,
tenim un nom, el sap tothom,
BARÇA!! BARÇA!! BAAAARÇA!!!!
TRIP OUT FROM BARCELONA
But...
by davidcross
TRIP OUT FROM BARCELONA
But a ticket to NURIA from Sants station - you can get one which includes the private rack railway from Ribes de Freser (which is on the Renfe line to Puigcerda) and the cable car on up to the youth hostel and some fine walks. It also says it includes a go at archery and a horse ride - if you really have to.
Try to break your journey at Ripoll and see the old monastery, (photo)
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View of the port with a Roy Lichtenstein sculpture
Manchest U. vs B.Munich (C.League final 1999)
the famous lizard
