The capital of Catalonia is older than Madrid and considers itself the cultural capital of Spain. Its stones recall the Romans, Moors and rulers of the Middle Ages. But the metropolis lives not only past . This is both the Olympic city-capital of 1992, and the center of progressive art and, moreover, the Gaud metropolis. Dragon houses, mushroom houses, snake benches and, to this day, the ever-increasing, impossible “god-denying temple of the Sagrada Familia” this is what dreams of those who have visited Barcelona. Historical overview gives the main actions from the history of Barcelona. All the main attractions of the town are listed in a short list with explanations. Separate detailed sketches are dedicated to the designer Antonio Gaud, Catalan cuisine and sparkling wines, state holidays, the best places to shop and the diversity of the nightlife of the town. At the end of any chapter there is a reference section with suitable opening hours, tips on restaurants and shopping centers . In the final section "Information for travelers" you will find a lot of precedents and tips that you will need long before the start of the journey to Barcelona, and a mini-conversation.