Antoni Gaudí Biography
Antoni Gaudí i Cornet (25 June 1852 – 10 June 1926) was a visionary Catalan architect, celebrated as the foremost exponent of Catalan Modernisme and one of the most influential figures in the history of architecture.
Barcelona History
Barcelona History
Self-Guided Tours
Take these historic and beautiful Barcelona walks at your own convenience and pace.
Secrets of Parc de la Ciutadella
Parc de la Ciutadella is an open air museum with architecture, history and art dating back as far as the 18th century. Originally a feared citadel and later a location of the 1888 World’s Fair, the park features work from Barcelona’s iconic sculptors and architects.
The Ritual Stone of Collserola
According to scholars, the stone pictured above is a megalithic monument that was used in rituals some 4,000 years ago. It is hidden in the forest of Collserola, not far from Tibidabo.
Turó de la Rovira and Bunkers del Carmel
In the 4th centrury BC, Turó de la Rovira (Rovira Hill) was occupied by the Laietani, an ancient Iberian tribe. Further north, the Laietani also occupied another hill peak at Puig Castellar, where remains of the settlement can still be seen.