Las Ramblas in Barcelona is one of the most iconic and busy promenades in the world. Every day, thousands of people walk, chat, laugh… and, without knowing it, step on a work of art.A piece created by one of the greatest geniuses in history: Joan Miró. Have you noticed the large circular mosaic embedded in…
Barcelona is a city of silent heroes, of legends that intertwine with its streets and squares.And among all these stories, the figure of Saint Eulalia shines brightly, the brave girl who defied an empire and who today remains one of the most beloved symbols of the city. Who was this small but great heroine? Why…
Barcelona is a city full of secrets, and some of them hide in places you least expect.One of the most unsettling is found on a small and seemingly quiet street: Estruc Street, right next to the bustling Plaça Catalunya. There, at number 3, it is said that a cursed house existed, a place wrapped in…
Every April 23rd, Barcelona and all of Catalonia transform into a magical place, where streets fill with books, roses… and dragons.Sant Jordi is not just a festival: it is a declaration of love for culture, life, and imagination. Today we’ll tell you all about this unique celebration that blends knights, princesses, literature, and passion. Who…
When you walk through the Eixample today—those wide, grid-like streets full of life—it might seem natural, as if it had always been there. But the truth is that the birth of Eixample was a revolutionary process that transformed Barcelona forever. Today we’ll tell you how this neighborhood came about, who was its great promoter, and…
Today Barcelona is a city known worldwide for its art, architecture, and vibrant spirit. But there was a key moment that changed its history forever: the Universal Exposition of 1888. It was much more than a fair: it was an act of ambition, modernization, and pride. A “before and after” that left visible traces in…
Barcelona wouldn’t be Barcelona without La Mercè. Every September, the city transforms into a spectacle of light, music, tradition, and joy. But did you know that this festival has centuries of history and an origin deeply linked to faith and the protection of the city? Today we’ll tell you all about the history of La…
When we think of Barcelona, it’s impossible not to think of Antoni Gaudí. His name is intertwined with the city, just as the curves of his buildings intertwine with the sky. But Gaudí wasn’t simply an architect: he was a dreamer, a visionary, an artist who saw the world in a way few could understand….
Barcelona is a city of hidden stories, of alleys that guard secrets, and buildings that, they say, are inhabited by unseen presences. Among all the urban legends of the city, one stands out for its elegance and mystery: that of The Lady of the Paraninfo. Are we dealing with a real ghost, or just an…
Barcelona is a city of dragons. And no, you won’t encounter a real one walking down La Rambla—although in Barcelona, you never know!—but you will find dragons almost everywhere: on facades, fountains, doors, benches, ceilings… They are part of the city’s secret soul. In this article, we’ll tell you why Barcelona is so full of…
