Barcelona’s civil war bomb shelters
Underground bunkers likely saved thousands of lives when the city was the first in the world to become systematically bombed
Discover Catalonia
Discover what Barcelona and Catalonia has to offer
Ghost stations of Barcelona’s metro and the historic underground shopping center
The Catalan capital has various unused subway stops, while Avinguda de la Llum was once the most vibrant social hub of the city
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Barcelona
Catalan capital has 9 modernist sites distinguished for their architectural value, created by Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Domènech i Montaner
Catalonia's UNESCO World Heritage Sites outside Barcelona
Catalonia boasts an ancient Roman amphitheatre, a fascinating model of the Sagrada Família, and the largest collection of Romanesque art in Europe
Symbolism and hidden meanings behind the Sagrada Família
Antoni Gaudí was hugely influenced by religion and nature, but not all of the iconic basilica is his design
22@, where contemporary architecture meets Barcelona’s old industrial heritage
The neighborhood for innovation, creativity, and design combines old and new construction ideas
A valley of breathtaking beauty where one can still hear the language of the troubadours
The Vall d’Aran, in the Pyrenees, is perhaps Catalonia’s most distinct county
What you need to know if you're visiting Catalonia this summer
Which sights are open, under what Covid-19 conditions, and some alternative ideas for around different regions
Montserrat: a mountain, a religious symbol, and a world-class choir
With its rocky peaks and an ancient monastery, it is a staple of Catalonia — and a tourist hotspot
The 'other Sagrada Família' reopens
Designed by Gaudí disciple Jujol, La Mare de Déu de Montserrat is a favorite spot for weddings
Myths and urban legends from Barcelona’s old town
From the good wizard who healed ailments, the Vampire of Raval, and the curse put upon the Liceu opera house, the Catalan capital is replete with mystery
‘Alcarràs’ and the success of filmmaker Carla Simón’s personal touch
Director made history with her second feature by picking up the Golden Bear at Berlinale International Film Festival
Catalonia is a great place to live or visit. Between mountains and sea, cities and countryside, discover the richness of Catalonia and what it has to offer here, including the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the famous unfinished Sagrada Família basilica, ‘castellers’ human towers, local festivals and celebrations.