Bed and Breakfast in Barcelona

MONASTERY SANT PAU DEL CAMP

2012-02-11T11:08:00.005+01:00

Since the early days of the "Foundation of Barcino" there was a village surrounding the monastery and outside the walls, at the foot of the mountain of Montjuic, the vast plain dedicated to grow the vegetables. This plain was called "El Camp" ("the field" in Catalan).

The monastery was founded by Count Wilfred Borell and build between 897 and 911. Since it's foundation and until the looting by the troops of Al-Mansur in 985 there is no written documentation. The noble Geribert Guitard and his wife Rotlandis rebuild the monastery and joined it with the monastery of Sant Cugat del Vallés to create a new monastic community.

The old church was renovated again in the thirteenth century in a Roman style, with a ship, three apses and a dome. Carved stone and marble was used in the noble parts and for the cover and the top of the facade. On the contrary, the walls were build with simple blocks of smaller size.

The construction of the cloister followed later. It formas a square courtyard with reinforcements. From its cusped arches you still can see some of the Moorish / Arabic tradition.

You can find the monastery in the Raval district, on the street that bears his name: Sant Pau, at number 101.

Admission is only 3 € and we truly recommend it to you because despite despite its simplicity, it is precious and a oasis of silence in the heart of Barcelona.

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GRATIS IN BARCELONA!... Palau de la Virreina - Centre de la Imatge

2012-01-16T13:16:00.003+01:00

Free entrance: from Thursday to Sunday from 12hs to 20hs Location: La Rambla 99 - Barcelona Metro: lines 1 y 3 (Catalunya and Liceu)

The Palau de la Virreina is a palace located on Las Ramblas, near La Boquería Market. The origin of the building is from the XVIII century, at which time the governor ("virrey", translates like under-king) of the Spanish colony in Perú returned to Barcelona.

This person made his fortune in the colony (we will not describe how) and showed his wealth by building a large baroque and rococo palace. After his death his widow (la virreina) continued to occupy the palace. The peolpe of Barcelona quickly gave the building it's name: Palau de la Virreina (the palace of the widow of the governor).
This palace is one of the best examples of Baroque architecture in Barcelona. From the beautiful lobby with vaulted ceilings, you can enter the inner courtyard and admire the double staircase and large windows of the room.

Currently it houses several art-related services, as well as many interesting exhibitions.

CENTRE DE CULTURA CONTEMPORANIA DE BARCELONA

2012-01-09T17:39:00.004+01:00

During the 19th century this cultural center was the "Casa de la Caritat" (Charity's House). It carried out charitable functions and was also the place for workshops of textile manufacturing. These activities served mainly to clothe and feed the hospice population, but also the Casa de la Caritat thought the workers (some started at 14 years old!) a profession for when they left. One of the most profitable workshops was the print-shop school.

During the 19th century In 1956, this institution was transferred to another location, un-occupying the building for around 30 years when the Barcelona city hall approved the creation of the Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona (CCCB). This was part of a project to rehabilitate the Raval neighborhood.

The CCCB opened with a total surface area of 15,000 m2 of which 4,000 was intended for art-gallery space. The central building includes multipurpose spaces such as the foyer, the "Pati de les Dones" courtyard and the "Mirador" hall. Further it has lecture halls and an auditorium.

The garden is free always, 365 days a year while during the summer the CCCB organizes open-air movies that always counts on high number of visitors, tourists and locals.

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This 5th January will arrive the Magic Kings' Parade!!!

2012-01-03T14:09:00.004+01:00

This year you can enjoy of the cavalcade of the Magic Kings with its lights, colors and floats.

Next January 5th, the 3 Magic Kings, will arrive at the Moll de la Fusta at 17:00hs where they will start a parade around the city with more than a thousand people helping them. (see the route here: http://www.bcn.cat/recorregut/ ).

The 11 large floats will distribute over 12,000 kilos of candy, so be prepared!

The magic night with the Magic Kings will arrive soon!

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THE COLUMBUS MONUMENT

2011-12-28T13:41:00.001+01:00

The Columbus monument stands at the end of la Rambla, near the sea.

Take the lift inside the column to the viewing gallery at the top and enjoy panoramic views of Barcelona, 60 meters above the ground.

If you look north, you'll be able to make out the Gotic Quarter and the city's historic building: the bell towers of the Cathedral, Santa María del Mar and La Merçè. You'll see the bustling Rambla, which meanders up to the Plaça de Catalunya and marks the entrance to teh Eixample district, where you'll find the city's main modernista landmarks and the Sagrada Familia church.

If you look towards the sea, to the east, and follow the coastline, you'll be able to see the modern Forum district in the distance with its photovoltaic cell and tall buildings. Nearer to you, the twin towers flank the entrance to the Olympic Marina. The old harbour, or Port Vell, and the industrial port are below you at the foot of the monument.

To the south, stands Montjuïc Hill, with its castle at the top. Montjuïc is also the site of museums, gardens, theatres and the Olympic Ring. At the foot of the hill, just beyond the Reials Drassanes that house the Museu Marítim, you'll see the three chimeneys at the botoom of the Paral·lel, and avenue which is a major retail, cultural and entertainment hub.

And finally, if you look west, you'll see Collserola Natural Park, the vast green lung surrounding the city, with the Collserola Tower and the Tibidabo Amusement Park as its two stand-out attractions.

Timetable:
Daily from 8:30 to 20:30hs

Price 4€

Access:
Plaça Portal de la Pau (at the end of las Ramblas)
Metro Drassanes, line 3 color green

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CAROLS IN "LAS RAMBLAS"

2011-12-16T17:59:00.004+01:00

Today at 18:30, the Association of friends of Las Ramblas, invites you to a concert of carols from around the world that give the "Coral Sant Ignasi", which combines Catalonia's traditional classics and moderns.

Later, to get warm, nothing like a popular chocolate with "melindros & coques"...nothing more traditional!!!

Come on!

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ROMANESQUE MANGER

2011-12-13T15:07:00.003+01:00

The representation of the birth of Jesus with figures for Christmas is a long tradition in Catalonia.

Faithful to this custom, the Sant Jaume square annually hosts a Christmas crib; this is a classic in Barcelona.

This year's crib reproduces part of a romanesque chapel in ruins, with its cloister, in a very Mediterranean landscape.

You can visit it until 29 December in the lobby of the City of Barcelona located in the Plaça Sant Jaume from 11hs to 20hs.

Fuente: Ajuntament de Barcelona
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ICE-RINK IN BARCELONA

2011-12-07T09:33:00.000+01:00

A huge but temporary ice-rink has just been build on the Placa Catalunya -the centre of the city-centre- in our beautiful city of Barcelona. It measures over 1200 square meters and has capacity for 350 people. The roof is made of a semi-ransparent dome where images are being proected. To get a bit warm there is the typical "Churros con Chocolate" place.

During the first day of it's opening, already 6000 skaters enjoyed this new attraction. It will be open every day until January 8th, 2012 from 10:00hs to 21:00hs, and the Fridays and Saturdays until 23:00hs.

The costs are 6.00€/half hour and 8.00€/hour, but, if you buy something in the shops around the Plaça catñunya, you can get a 2x1 coupons.

Fuente: La Vanguardi y El Mundo

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RENT A SCOOTER

2011-11-26T09:23:00.000+01:00

Explore Barcelona in a different and highly original way – on a scooter! An exciting alternative to conventional tours, Barcelona Scooter gives you access to every corner of the city and helps you make the most of your sightseeing time.
Barcelona Scooter provides a guided panoramic tour of Barcelona's main tourist landmarks, on 125cc automatic scooters with four-stroke engines. The tour is escorted by an English-speaking guide who will tell you about the history of the sights at each stop.

By Barcelona Scooter, you will see the jewels of Catalonia's art nouveau and modernism movements, such as Gaudi's Sagrada Familia, the Hospital de Sant Pau, La Pedrera Casa Mila and of course the bizarre Casa Batlo.

Continue to Montjuic Park, renowned for its gardens and sporting facilities. Sights include the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion, the Poble Espanyol, or Spanish Village, and the Olympic Stadium which hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the 1992 Olympic Games.

The Barcelona Scooter tour finishes with a glide along the waterfront through Port Olimpic and Parc del Forum.

Choose the single scooter option or share with a friend on a double scooter - the choice is yours!

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Departure Point: Pg. Joan de Borbo, 80-84 Barceloneta
Return Details: Returns to original departure point
Price:
from 50 €

Metro:
Barceloneta

Email:
info@cooltra.com

Web:
www.cooltra.com

Phone:
93 221 4070

IN A ANONYMOUS WORLD...melodies from the underground

2011-11-23T13:09:00.000+01:00

The city, a place where everything moves in multiple directions, where the continued pursuit of its citizens is immersed in the spin life, it keeps small oasis, that since the humanity has memory, let go the imagination and make the world more pure, cleaner and creative.

"In an anonymous world ..." is a photographic exhibition by art students who have portrayed from different viewpoints, the lives of those who work submerged in a sea of anonymous faces, those who live in an anonymous world, those who do not leave any opportunity to demostrate that there are other ways of understanding the life: THE UNDERGROUND MUSICIANS.

You can enjoy this exposition in the metro station of "Diagonal" (line 3 color green and line 5 color blue) in the Espai Merçè Sala.
It's open from 18th November to 30th January 2012 from Monday to Friday from 10:00hs to 20:30hs
The entrance is free.

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BEETLE MEETING IN BARCELONA, November 27th 2011

2011-11-20T23:33:00.001+01:00

This Sunday, you will be able to see many Volkswagen Beetle classics at the first Beetle-meeting in Barcelona!

There will be a great participation of Volkswagen Beetle classics, expositions, conferences, tour and of course the New Beetle will be presented. Further, the organization will make sure that there is a snack and drinks and prizes for the winners.

You can see it all at Urgell, 135, Barcelona.

Bohemian Barcelona

2011-11-16T15:36:00.002+01:00

Discover the city’s modernista bars and their artists on a night-time tour

With this itinerary, we will make you discover some of the most important Modernisme-style bars after-dark. Unknown places frequented by Picasso, Casas, Russiñol among others, will allow us to listen to the stories of entertainment, bohemian life and perversion lurking within their walls.

One of the defining characteristics of Catalonia’s home-grown art nouveau, modernisme, was the creation of unique architectural spaces that brought together all the arts in spectacular fashion. On this tour you will discover these places, many of them off the usual tourist trails but still in use today, that will reveal the atmosphere and splendour of modernista bohemian life.

As you enjoy a drink, you’ll find out about the complex society that gave rise to one of the most intense periods in Barcelona’s history.

Itinerary: Casa Almirall, London Bar, Bar Muy Buenas, Café de l’Òpera, Taverna Els Quatre Gats, El Paraigües, Molly’s Fair City and the Fonda Espanya.

Length of tour: 3 hours.

Includes: guided tour + 2 drinks + map.

Tour in english: Saturday at 7.30pm.

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THE CATHEDRAL SQUARE IN BARCELONA

2011-11-14T16:35:00.005+01:00

The Barri Gòtic begins in the Plaça Catalunya, the oldest square of Barcelona where, in the 13th century, one of the most flourishing markets in the city was held and slaves were once sold.

Two Romans towers that formed part of the old city walls and constituted the city's only defense until the 13th century are still to be found here.

The Palau Episcopal which rises to the right of the Roman towers also dates to the 13th century and creates an interesting contrast with the modern Col·legi d'Arquitectes, decorated on the outside with a graffito frieze designed by Picasso. To the left of the Roman towers is another interesting building, the Casa de l'Arcadia (at the present seat of the hitorical Archives of the City and the Historical Institute of Barcelona), which takes its name from the fact that it was the residence of the archdeacon. The building which is probably dates from the 11th century, was restructured throughout the centuries and is a harmonious fusion of Gothic and renaissance styles. One of the three façades of the palace looks out on the Carrer del Bisbe Irurita, the heart of the Barri Gòtic, which skirts the side of the Cathedral and ends in the Plaça Sant Jaume.

About halfway along, this lovely street is crossed by a charming suspended bridge connecting the Palau de la Generalitat to the second façade of the Casa dels Canonges.

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Festival Raval (S)

2011-11-10T14:05:00.002+01:00

The Festival Raval (s) invites you to discover the cultural wealth of this district of Barcelona.

This year's Festival Raval (s), from November 10th to the 13th, will fill again the streets with of all kinds of activities for all ages: Music, theater, cuisine, cinema, fairs, tours, workshops, and street performances. You have a lot to choose from! All this and more can be found in the 9th edition of the Festival of Culture Raval, better known as the Festival Raval (s).

Also this year, the festival is organized by it's neighbors together with several organizations. They'll fill the neighborhood with its rich culture and have all sorts of activities in every corner of the Raval, from the Ramblas, to their theaters and museums.

The Culture Street
Actions bastoners, Bollywood dancing, magic, capoeira, dance, and all kinds of music can be found around the streets of San Ramon and the Rambla del Raval. Alsio the Children's Workshop will be organized there.

Theater and food
Theatre is one of the highlights of this years edition. You will be albe to see the performances of groups as The Tantarantana, the Llantiol, the Theatre of El Raval, the Condal, The Villarroel, Goya and the Romea. The programming can be found on the website of the festival.
We do miss the food side of El Raval (s) in this year's edition, although they introduced the initiative "EnTAPA't Raval". With this you can enjoy drinks and tapas for three euros at various places in the neighborhood while listening to live music. Not a bad idea, isn't it?

If you do not know the neighborhood, I suggest you participate in any of the activities with which it runs, such as Gymkhana Raval, or visit any of the organized exhibitions, such as "Photographic Memory of the Raval". You can also join one of the routes that will allow you to discover the historic buildings and the neighborhood's latest changes. Or maybe the Romanesque monastery of St. Paul? Or choose one of the museums into the neighborhood, such as the Maritime, the Royal Shipyards, the MACBA or the CCCB. Too much to see for just a few days.... Enjoy!

Fuente: web del ayuntamiento de barcelona
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Walking tour for free through Montjuïc

2011-11-09T17:20:00.001+01:00

Next November 13 you can participate in a great hike through the mountain of Montjuïc

The departure will be from the Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies (Avinguda Paral • lel number 49, close from the metro station Paral • lel i L2 L3 at 9:00 hs.
This walking will take around 3:30 hours and we will visit during our travel the Tres Xemeneies Garden, Passeig de la Canadenca, the Hortes de Sant Bertran Garden, Mossèn Costa i Llobera Garden, Miramar Garden, Carlos Ibáñez Square, the Carretera Antiga de Montjuïc, the Joan Brossa Garden, the Mossèn Cinto Verdaguer Garden, Camí de Mar, the Mirador Olímpic were we will take a drink.
After that we will continue through the Passeig del Migdia, the Polvorí stairs, Buenaventura Durruti square, Matemàtiques square, Font Florida square , the Mies Van der Rohe Fundation, Primavera square arriving at the same point of departure.

It will be around 12 km. Are you ready for this???

Check this website: http://www.euro-senders.com/barnatresc/web_cas/propera.htm

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2 NIGHTS FOR FREE IN OUR BED AND BREAKFAST

2011-11-06T11:41:00.001+01:00

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Route of Modernism: "Casa Almirall"

2011-11-02T09:24:00.005+01:00

The 150 years of history of this bar, situated in the heart of the Raval, converts it to one of the must-see places of the modernistic Barcelona. The intimate ambiance allows for a romantic face-to-face but also invites groups of friends to hang out for a few drinks and enjoy the enchanting interior of this place. Although they don’t serve dinners, you can enjoy the frequent jazz concerts or cultural events with a small snack and a drink.

Located at:

Carrer de Joaquín Costa, 33 - Barcelona

They open:

from Monday to Thursday from 17:00 to 02:30hs
Friday and Saturday from 17:00 to 03:00hs

Sunday from 17:00 to 02:30hs

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Free entrance to the movie Nana, from Manga to the Movie

2011-10-27T14:45:00.000+02:00

Next Saturday 29 in Casa Asia, you can ejoy this movie for free:

Based on the manga of the same name by Ai Yazawa, Nana the movie casts Oosaki, a young woman who wants to succeed in the music world with his group, the Black Stones. On the way to Tokyo (where he plans to set up), he meets by chance Nana Komatsu, a girl of the same name and age Oosaki, two young very different but very well connected and established a great friendship throughout history.
Nana. Dir: Kentaro Otani. Drama / Musical. (2005. 113 '. VOSE)

Casa Asia is located at Av Diagonal, 373....the closer metro station is Diagonal L3-L5

Fuente: Barcelona free
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Festa de la Castanyada al Poble Espanyol

2011-10-24T10:24:00.001+02:00

The event will begin at 10:30 am in the main square with street entertainment, music and tadpoles led by Brown. Then, guided by Little Chef, children can participate in a culinary workshop where they will learn to prepare a delicious cake and sweet chestnuts. At 13.30h the Plaza Aragon, the chestnut chestnuts invite visitors who want to try them.

· Animation of street tadpoles, music and chestnut:
Four tadpoles accompanied by chestnut and three musicians will tour the streets of the precinct.
Location: On the Square
Schedule: At 10:30, 11:45 and 13:00 h

· Workshop on food (sweet potato and chestnut cake):
By Little Chef. For 300 participants
Location: The Bulwark
Hours: 10:30 to 13:30

· Chestnuts for everyone:
At 13:30 pm the musicians accompanied the chestnut and chestnut tadpoles shared by all
Location: The Plaza Aragon

Fuente: web de Barcelona
www.ideasandcreativity.com

Hard Rock Café Barcelona

2011-10-21T09:25:00.000+02:00

Visit the Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona, close to the famous La Rambla and see such memorabilia as: A snakeskin jacket worn by Keith Richards, Glen Matlock's Fender Precision 4-string bass guitar used by The Sex Pistols, Keith Richards' custom Newman 5 -string Teak guitar, Aerosmith Joe Perry's red B.C. Rich Bitch guitar custom, Jimi Hendrix Dobro 12-string electric steel guitar and a Custom made Toru Telecaster used by Tom Petty.

Boasting its own language, culture and government, Catalunya has a distinctive identity, with its capital, Barcelona, easily being one of the most vibrant, exciting and sophisticated cities in Europe. Elegant boulevards mark the course for leisurely walks, gothic art and architecture is in abundance and tapas cafes are rife with imaginative cooking. Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona completes the local ambience with its inspired, creative fare and glorious rock 'n' roll memorabilia on display in interesting combinations. So after a long day's promenade on La Rambla, "Ramble On" over to the Hard Rock for a rockin' good time!

Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona is open:
Sunday to Thursday
11:00am - 2:00am
Friday to Saturday
11:00am - 3:00am
New Year's Eve
Last seating at 5:00pm

Address:
Hard Rock Cafe Barcelona
Plaça de Catalunya, 21.
08002 Barcelona, Spain

Telephone:
+34-93-270-2305

Telefèric de Montjuïc

2011-10-04T17:17:00.004+02:00

Ride on the Montjuïc Cable Car and see the attractive sights of Barcelona. You will discover one of city's more impressive green belt areas. Come to the Castle and enjoy fantastic views over Barcelona, such as you've never seen before.

Schedule
Enjoy it every day of the year

January to February: 10 am - 6 pm
March to May: 10 am - 7 pm
June to September : 10 am - 9 pm
October : 10 am - 7 pm
November to December: 10 am - 6 pm

Tickets
Adult one-way ticket : 10,00 €
Adult two-way ticket: 15,000 €

How to get here
Metro L2 / L3: Paral·lel Stop + Funicular de Montjuïc
Barcelona Bus Turístic: Stop Telefèric de Montjuïc
Bus: 50 / 55 / 193 (Parc Montjuïc)

Fuente: web Barcelona turistic
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The best of La Cursa of La Merçe

2011-09-29T16:44:00.009+02:00

La Boqueria, the market in Las Ramblas

2011-09-25T09:19:00.000+02:00

The Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria , often simply referred to as La Boqueria , is a large public market in the Ciutat Vella district of Barcelona , Catalonia , Spain and one of the city's foremost tourist landmarks, with an entrance from La Rambla , not far from the Liceu , Barcelona's opera house. The market has a very diverse selection of goods.

Construction began on March 19, 1840 under the direction of the architect Mas Vilà . The market officially opened in the same year, but the plans for the building were modified many times. The inauguration of the structure finally took place in 1853. A new fish market opened in 1911, and the metal roof that still exists today was constructed in 1914.

The commercial supply is in abundance and varies greatly: fresh fish and seafood; salty fish; tinned food; butchery and offal; birds; game and eggs; fruits and vegetables; herbs; delicatessen; breads and pastries; restaurants; frozen items; artisan products; charcuterie; farmers' shops; wine; and even a Greek and an Italian hand made pasta stall have joined the consortium/maelstrom that keeps La Boqueria alive. After all, the market is all about its people!

Transport
• Metro de Barcelona - Liceo (a L3 ). Barcelona Metro - Liceu (on L3 ).
• Barcelona Bus - Líneas 14, 59 y 91. Barcelona Bus - Lines 14, 59 and 91.

FC Barcelona wins Osasuna and re-establishes it’s pride

2011-09-19T12:58:00.002+02:00

True, the FC Barcelona environment was a bit upset over the critics after the two draws against Real Sociedad and AC Milan. Winning so much –FCB won 12 of the 15 possible cups during the last 3 years- puts the pressure in each game. Noblesse oblige. And the press here in Barcelona quickly talk about a crisis. After all its their job to sell newspapers.

All usual, the answer to these types of situations takes approximately 90 minutes. Or two times 45 if you like. And what an answer it was! A fluid FCB showed why they are the best of the world. The combinations between Messi, Cesc, Thiago, Villa, Pedro, Xavi and their compañeros were as fast as lightning and left the Osasuna defense without answer. Poor Osasuna, they were just in the wrong place on the wrong moment. Poor press also, now they have to find a different story!

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La Cursa de la Merçe

2011-09-13T08:44:00.000+02:00

This Sunday 18th September 2011 - from around at 09.30 in Avenida de Rius i Taulet will start the Cursa de la Merçe, 10km running for all the city!

More than 14,000 people will be part of this great sporting event as every year takes place at the same time with great and most popular festival "La Mercé".

This year, the race is more united than ever, the registration fee is 5 euros, an symbolic amount that will be used integrament to the Mozambique's project where UNICEF is collaborating in the education of children in this African country.

The map of route of La Cursa de La Merce Route 2011:
START: Avenida Rius i Taulet - C. Lleida - c. Tamarit - c. d'Entença - Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes - c. Navy - c. d'Ausias Marc - pl. d'Urquinaona - rda. Sant Pere - pl. de Catalunya - rda. Universitat - pl. Universitat - rda. Sant Antoni - c. Sepulveda - av. Paral • lel (Besòs costata) - av. Paral • lel (costata Llobregat) - pl. d'Espanya - FINISH: Avda Reina Maria Cristina.

Fuente: the yellow pages / web de la ciudad de barcelona
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