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Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain
The best well-known sightseeing is the unfinished Temple of La Sagrada Familia
Construction of this temple began already in 1882 -
- and after 100-years of building it is still under construction
It is very popular place to visit despite of undergoing building
La Sagrada Familia is the life-work of world-famous architect Antonio Gaudi
About 1.5 million people live in Barcelona -
- and with its suburban areas altogether almost five million
It is the capital of Catalonia in Northeast Spain. The official language is Catalan
Barcelona developed rapidly in the beginning of 20th century along with industrial growth
City has traditions of many centuries, which show up as beautiful Jugend buildings and narrow alleys
Barcelona has numerous sights to explore
Maritime Barcelona is one of the largest cities in the Mediterranean area
There are outstanding views to the sea and harbor from the Hill of Monjuic
Park Guell is the other very popular sightseeing spot in Barcelona
The city architect Antonio Gaudi planned this park in the early years of 20th century
Originally the park was supposed to be a residential area for the wealthy people -
- but only a few buildings appeared after all
There is a breathtaking view over the city from the top of the park
The townhouse of Antonio Gaudi is currently serving as a museum
It is one of the crowd pullers of the park