The inauguration of the Tower of Jesus Christ at Barcelona’s Sagrada Família marks a historic milestone in architecture, faith, and culture. Blessed by Pope Leo XIV on the centenary of Antoni Gaudí’s death, the 172.5-meter tower completes the basilica’s most iconic vision and establishes it as the tallest church in the world. Discover why this extraordinary event makes 2026 the perfect year for discerning travelers to experience Barcelona at one of the most significant moments in its history.… Read More
Pa amb Tomàquet, or «bread with tomato,» is a quintessential Catalan dish that has become a beloved part of the region’s culinary identity. Simple yet flavorful, it consists of rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomatoes (tomacons), drizzled with olive oil, and sprinkled with salt. Sometimes, it’s enhanced with garlic, rubbed before the tomato, making it… Read More
Text by Annalluïsa Subirà, Photos by Sònia Crespo) Traditionally a guide was a person or animal who accompanied someone and showed them the way. What a great definition! I work as a professional guide. Yes. I mean, I make my living showing interesting places to visitors. Isn’t it a wonderful job? Visitors who discover their… Read More
When and how are the monuments of Barcelona going to open after the Coronavirus Lockdown? We finally see the light at the end of the tunnel! If everything goes on like this in the month of July, our country will finally come out of the State of Alarm and we will make the last… Read More
After more than 2 months of an extremely strict lockdown, Barcelona is expected to open up slowly towards a so called ‘new normality’. The good news is that a number of museums reopened their doors after all these weeks, cautiously, and with new rules to balance public safety. All and all we’ve had lots… Read More
It’s Food O’ Clock! Do you consider yourself a true Barcelona foodie? If you do, let me just tell you, you’ve come to the right place. When it comes to food, Barcelona welcomes you with arms wide open offering you not only uncountable local options but also international. However, today we are going to focus… Read More
If you are in Barcelona or planning a trip soon, you will have seen there are protests taking place in the city and throughout Catalonia. You are probably thinking, is Barcelona safe? The answer is yes, it’s safe as usual. The main issue is that getting around can be difficult. During this week (mid… Read More
La Pedrera – Casa Milà was built by Antoni Gaudí for the Milà family and finished in 1911. Its sculptured form has made it a reference piece in the past and nowadays. It is impossible to pass through Passeig de Gràcia without noticing this outstanding masterpiece. Getting more into detail with this building, here are… Read More
One of the many great things that Catalan culture has is its gastronomy. And if you have to mention one of the abounding high-quality products that Catalonia gives to the world, it has to be its wine. And in this category, Cava deserves its own recognition. Unfairly known during decades as the ‘Mediterranean Champagne’,… Read More
Once you are in Barcelona or in another Catalan city, you would probably notice that in many balconies or windows there are different kinds of flags. You would likely recognise the ‘senyera’, the official Catalan flag with its four red stripes on a yellow background. But there are many other varieties that you may not… Read More
