Vallès Occidental: best routes to discover the region

Itinerary Jujol in Sant Joan Despí

Sant Joan Despí

In Sant Joan Despí we find one of the most important legacies of the architecture of Josep Maria Jujol Gibert. He can be considered "such…

May 18: International Museum Day in Barcelona

Barcelona, Cornellà de Llobregat

This time a very different route, a route that you will do yourself according to your interest! As you already know, May 18 is International…

Following the work of Puig i Cadafalch along the coast

Argentona, Barcelona, Canet de Mar, El Prat de Llobregat ...

The cultural movement of modernism made ??his mark in Catalonia and, unlike other artistic movements, presented a special dimension since spread…

After the Nova Planta laws

Barcelona, Girona, Lleida, Solsona ...

After a war there are always catastrophic: people killed, injured, destruction of buildings, etc. But we should not consider only tangible harm.…

Green Round of Barcelona

Barcelona

In this case we tell you a circuit that is preferable to do by bicycle, since it takes advantage of several cycle lanes and the characteristics…

Route of Catalan art in the 18th century

Arenys de Mar, Barcelona, Les Masies de Voltregà, Mataró ...

Since ancient times, know different ways of living, as well as ways to express and experience the artistic reactions of people. We can travel…

Picnic in Barcelona area

Barcelona, Berga, Fogars de Montclús, Lluçà ...

Has picnic gone? Catalonia has many designated areas and free use unknown to many of the citizens; You can find them in almost all populations,…

Catalonia before 1714

Barcelona, Vic

This route femTurisme.cat we go into the historical background of the War of Succession, the reactions caused and institutions that Catalonia…

The charm of the facades of Barcelona

Barcelona

On this occasion I propose a different route. It will not be a conventional route that can be visited to complete the items we'll mention. We…

From market to market in Barcelona

Barcelona

Barcelona's markets are filled with festive atmosphere of this time and offer their clients special moments that go beyond the purchase of an…

The Vigatans' Covenant

Barcelona, Capçanes, La Seu d'Urgell, Les Masies de Roda ...

After Felipe V in 1702 are proclaimed as king of the Spanish monarchy and disagreeing various territories, including Catalonia, England, Holland,…

Barcelona 1939. The dark night in Barcelona

Barcelona

The January 26, 1939 about 90,000 soldiers of Franco's army entered Barcelona and occupied the city, exhausted and defeated after three years…

Gaudí's Modernism Route

Barcelona

Modernism, the Catalan form of Art Nouveau, had Antoni Gaudí as the main representative of this style in Barcelona. On this route we…

Grand Tour de Catalunya - Section 5. From Surrealism to Modernism. From Figueres to Barcelona

Arenys de Mar, Barcelona, Begur, Blanes ...

I want to do this route by electric vehicle! This route is designed to be done by electric vehicle, although it can be done with any other car.…

The air raid shelters in Barcelona

Barcelona

Now that is so fashionable debate about historical memory in Spain, is a good time to remember the Civil War and its impact on Barcelona. From…

The coronelas and their battalions in 1714

Barcelona, Tortosa

The defending army Austrian faction that fought during the War of Succession was formed by different regiments. There were some who took orders…

Barcelona, from tile to tile

Barcelona

If you walk by Barcelona, do not forget to look down from time to time: perhaps ye be walking a marvel of design. The City of Marvels is as…

1714 Route: History and heritage of the War of the Spanish Succession in Catalonia

Barcelona, Cardona, Cervera, Els Prats de Rei ...

Since 1980, Catalonia has celebrated its National Day on September 11. This holiday commemorates the defeat suffered by the Catalan people at…

Barcelona's defenders guilds in 1714 (Part I)

Barcelona

The defense of the city of Barcelona during the Bourbon's 1714 was not only carried out by the army and the military, but the people of the…

Barcelona defenders Guilds in 1714 (Part II)

Barcelona

femTurisme.cat already has a dedicated path to the guilds who defended the city of Barcelona during the siege of September 11, 1714: Supporters…

The cities of the dead, the most unique cemeteries in Catalonia

Arenys de Mar, Barcelona, Bausen, Olius ...

Death is a defining aspect of human existence, and a stroll through a cemetery offers insight into how people understand and experience the…

Route of Modernism in Barcelona

Barcelona

Barcelona is a city of a thousand faces, a thousand colors, a thousand scents, flavors and a thousand thousand sensations. On this route Modernist…

Literary route in the Modern Catalonia

Barcelona, Santa Cristina d'Aro, Tortosa, Vallfogona de Riucorb

The literary moment of 1714 is surrounded by everything that had lived until then and later that live not only in literary terms but also in…

Charming corners of Barcelona

Barcelona

Barcelona is presented to the traveler as a Mediterranean, multicultural and cosmopolitan city with an impressive historical and cultural heritage.…

Iron architecture: the light and steam of industrial Catalonia

In the 19th century, the Industrial Revolution not only changed the way people worked and lived, but also profoundly transformed architecture. The arrival of new materials, such as cast iron, wrought iron, and glass, opened up possibilities…

Gothic Architecture: The light and height of medieval Catalonia

Gothic architecture marks a turning point in the history of Catalonia. It was the style that transformed cities, places of worship, and the way people built collectively. A style that changed not only the stone itself, but also the way people…