Barcelona, or la guapa ("the handsome one"), as its inhabitants call it, has much to offer. Surrounded by the Pyrenees to the north and the Mediterranean Sea to the south, Barcelona has always attracted people from all over the world. Narrow, twisting alleys, picturesque squares, countless imposing buildings, shops offering hand-made wares, and stores catering to gourmands lend the barri gòtic, the oldest section of the city, its unique charm. On the famous shopping stretch, las rambles, visitors can let their cares fade away and enjoy the special flair of the city. At the same time, the Catalonian metropolis displays its status as a center of fashion and design, famous art museums, and galleries. But Barcelona is also one of the most popular party cities in Europe, where you can dance into the wee hours of the morning. Whether your taste runs to jazz, techno, flamenco or tango, live music or theater, Barcelona’s nightlife includes something for everyone. During!

the daylight hours, the nearness of beaches and other excursion destinations allow for a wonderful combination of busy big-city life and relaxation. This book pays tribute to all facets of this unique city, which is without question one of the most interesting and culturally compelling in Europe. Informative text and exceptional color photographs capture the character and atmosphere of Barcelona in an incomparable way. This brick-format book is itself an object of design, as dazzling as the city it portrays!