Barcelona: a modern city of contrasts
Starting with a story about one of the most famous and amazing cities in Europe, I would like to justify this statement. There are many interesting, vibrant, saturated cities in the world with their own "special" atmosphere. Barcelona is definitely one of them.
I will not mention that this is the cultural center of Spain, its beautiful architecture, historical value, sights, entertainment - all this can be read in any guidebook (and in the footnote at the end of the article). I would like to tell you about his "spirit". About the special impression that the city makes on you, once you find yourself there.
At first, it seems like "another European city." Compared to others, there is nothing special. Clean streets, bright storefronts, shiny beaches and the eyes of tourists who come here as a resort. Especially the Russian tourists, they can't be counted here.
During the day, Barcelona is no different from an ordinary European seaside town, except for one thing - this is Barcelona. Just thinking about it takes my breath away. And the realization that here it is in front of you, the magnificent famous Barcelona, is exciting.
But.
Many tourists, coming here, expect the city from the picture: solid Gaudi houses, arches, fountains, parks and swarthy beauties / handsome Spaniards. In fact, most of the attractions are scattered throughout the city. There is no such concentrated historical center here, as many are accustomed to seeing in other famous cities.
Arriving and seeing a very ordinary, at first glance, European city, many are disappointed, they say, "this is not the Barcelona."
In fact, it's not the sights that "make" Barcelona, although that too. It is felt in everything. In every street where street musicians play their ballads. In every building that conveys the splendor and grandeur of the city. In every stone that literally glitters underfoot. And the bright graffiti on every local store is perceived as an element of the interior of the city.
Barcelona has its own special aura, enveloping gradually. Not like, for example, Berlin or New York, which take you by surprise with a storm of emotions and admiration. Unlike them, Barcelona is a slow free dive.
Even many Spaniards say that Barcelona is not Spain, it is something completely different. And having been there, you can't say that you've been to Spain, you've been to Barcelona. Despite the overabundance of sangria, paella and tapas at every turn, looking around, you realize that she is really "different". After all, it is practically a separate country - Catalonia.
Narrow streets where you rarely see locals, except for those who sell something to tourists. Enclosed Spanish courtyards are wells that create a delightful sense of enclosed comfort. The smell of the sea, wine, warmth and joy - this is Barcelona, permeating to the fingertips. At first you feel it in the air, and then inside yourself. Discover Kwiff and start playing today.
I will not mention that this is the cultural center of Spain, its beautiful architecture, historical value, sights, entertainment - all this can be read in any guidebook (and in the footnote at the end of the article). I would like to tell you about his "spirit". About the special impression that the city makes on you, once you find yourself there.
At first, it seems like "another European city." Compared to others, there is nothing special. Clean streets, bright storefronts, shiny beaches and the eyes of tourists who come here as a resort. Especially the Russian tourists, they can't be counted here.
During the day, Barcelona is no different from an ordinary European seaside town, except for one thing - this is Barcelona. Just thinking about it takes my breath away. And the realization that here it is in front of you, the magnificent famous Barcelona, is exciting.
But.
Many tourists, coming here, expect the city from the picture: solid Gaudi houses, arches, fountains, parks and swarthy beauties / handsome Spaniards. In fact, most of the attractions are scattered throughout the city. There is no such concentrated historical center here, as many are accustomed to seeing in other famous cities.
Arriving and seeing a very ordinary, at first glance, European city, many are disappointed, they say, "this is not the Barcelona."
In fact, it's not the sights that "make" Barcelona, although that too. It is felt in everything. In every street where street musicians play their ballads. In every building that conveys the splendor and grandeur of the city. In every stone that literally glitters underfoot. And the bright graffiti on every local store is perceived as an element of the interior of the city.
Barcelona has its own special aura, enveloping gradually. Not like, for example, Berlin or New York, which take you by surprise with a storm of emotions and admiration. Unlike them, Barcelona is a slow free dive.
Even many Spaniards say that Barcelona is not Spain, it is something completely different. And having been there, you can't say that you've been to Spain, you've been to Barcelona. Despite the overabundance of sangria, paella and tapas at every turn, looking around, you realize that she is really "different". After all, it is practically a separate country - Catalonia.
Narrow streets where you rarely see locals, except for those who sell something to tourists. Enclosed Spanish courtyards are wells that create a delightful sense of enclosed comfort. The smell of the sea, wine, warmth and joy - this is Barcelona, permeating to the fingertips. At first you feel it in the air, and then inside yourself. Discover Kwiff and start playing today.
