Hello Steemit Friends!! Today I want to introduce you to Barcelona, Spain.... I was here in the summertime, and it was yet another spot in Europe in which the heat just BAKES you. But, hey, I'm not complaining. I had just flown in from Edinburgh, Scotland, where it was really cold temperatures, so the warmth of Barcelona felt amazing.
Let's jump right into it. My all-time favorite spot in Barcelona, is Park Guell, designed by the famous architect, Antonio Gaudí. This is not just any park.... It is composed of gardens and amazing stone structures, stunning tiling and fascinating buildings. Some say that Park Guell is one of the most impressive public parks in the world today.
Here you can see a walkway supported by twisting rock pillars that seem to be growing out of the ground like tree trunks. Although these are rather irregular in shape they do feel strangely natural too. Also, I would like to mention that although I did enhance this photograph, I did not make a color appear that was not already there before.
Gaudí was strongly influenced by natural shapes and used them in his work.
At the entrance to the Park is where the tiled dragon rests... You will see swarms of tourists taking pictures with it.
At the top of Güell park is a terraced area where you get a wonderful view of the park and of Barcelona City.
Here you will find multi-coloured tiled mosaic seats as shown in the picture below. The vibrant colors of the tiles are truly breathtaking. This is a place that one is not likely to forget!
The best way to get around Spain, in my opinion, is to rent a motorcycle. It is a faster and more convenient way of getting from place to place. Not to mention, parking is easy! You can actually drive right up onto the sidewalk!
Here are some pictures I took from Barcelona's most famous and picturesque market: La Boqueria
Have you tried this? Made out of all organic fruit
Another one of my favorite shots from La Boqueria
My boyfriend and I found it super cheap to camp on the outskirts of Barcelona.... We found a cute little spot, which felt like a small resort. It was a great place to hang with the locals, and enjoy some relaxation by the pool. Yes, there was a pool, and we were literally only a road away from the beach. It was called Camping Masnou. <----- Highly Recommend!
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Stephanie
So colorful and beautiful places photos , love to travel Barcelona someday.
Thanks for sharing with us.
Hello :) Thank you very much for taking the time to comment on my post! Barcelona really is spectacular! I would recommend it to anyone :D
colorful colors are very interesting and many are very good
Thank you very much!!! <3
Loved your post, looking forward to more posts from you!
Hey girl! Thank you so much for reading my post and taking the time to comment <3
I love the beautiful architectures ( :
Such a beautiful city ! I had such a great time exploring it with you on our bike :)
Yes, so did I :D
That city is also on my vacation list someday. I heard a lot of good things about it so I wanna check it myself too.
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Park Guell is absolutely beautiful! Next Saturday will be my one year anniversary of visiting it for the first time haha. Were you there recently?
Wow, that's amazing!! I really want to go back! Yes, I was. It was my first time being there and I was so in love with its beauty. I hope to go back soon. Have you ever traveled Europe in the past? I see you are from Hartford, CT... That's where my sister lives. I visited her last summer :) Nice to meet you, Andrew! Followed!
I am from Hartford! A few of my friends from here are actually in the middle of a bike trip from Paris down to Barcelona. I'd imagine that trip would have made for some pretty fun Steem posts. I'm two days into trying to figure out how to make my first post still hahaha
Extraordinary !! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
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Thank you for taking the time to comment! I really do like your page.. I am following you. Can't wait for more of your posts!!
Really like to see those colorful pics. :)
Great! I am so glad you enjoyed reading my post :) Thank you very time for taking the time to comment <3
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STOPSo beautiful!
Thank you very much!!! Barcelona was truly a beautiful place <3
these are awesome pics upvoted & followed!
Hey! Thank you very much for the upvote & the follow! I will be over to check out your page shortly <3 Best wishes to you
I think Barcelona is such a romantic place aside from it's awesome views. I bet the foods are tasty as well looking at your photos @soul.searching
I usually take photos of flowers. You might wanna check it too if you have some time @tiffanyrej
Hi @tiffanyrej,
I love your photos of flowers! Very well done :) Upvoted & followed!
Yes, Barcelona did have a romantic feeling to it! The food was very tasty as well! We were lucky enough to have known a local before visiting Spain, and he took us around to the places him and his friends go to eat. I don't think we would have seen these places without his guidance!
Thank you for taking the time to comment on my post <3
Congratulations @soul.searching!
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Great photos... we cant wait to make some videos there... just wrapping up in Cape Town!!
Wow! That must be amazing! What are your videos about?
Hey, my name is Nadine and I am new on steemit. I would be happy if you could check out my post and maybe follow back. Thank you
https://steemit.com/travel/@leo-tmp/explore-the-beauty-of-northern-thailand-pai-my-travel-diary
I really like your post. Very nice :-)
Hi Nadine,
Loved your post & followed! Look forward to more of your posts <3
Superb colourful snaps too.
I grew up in the Scottish Highlands the weather doesn`t really bother you there, as long as you put the right clothes, you will love the cold weather even more!
Oh, I bet! I absolutely LOVED Scotland!! I didn't make it to the Highlands.... however I hope to go back and visit! It is on my to-do list for sure!!
I definitely wasn't prepared for the weather when I was there.... I will be better prepared next time!
Thanks so much for commenting on my post <3
The best scenic route in Scotland is along the west coast of the Highlands. In the Western Isles the beaches are off the beaten track of the roads but when you discover them they`re some off the best unknown, untouched beaches in the world. Even in Scotland not many people know about these beaches only the islanders and the people whoever visit there.
Shame you didn`t see the Loch Ness Monster Nessie. She is still there Nessie you know. You will find her swimming in the Loch every Sunday morning at 9 am otherwards my grannie in her bikini haha.
Thank you for reading my comment and enjoy your travels too!
beautiful ...
Thank you very much!
Wow, pictures are vividly beautiful and capture the feel of this beautiful city. Now Barcelona is on my bucket list. I have got to go. Thanks for the tour @soul.searching
You are very welcome, @mrs.digitalgold !
I am so glad you enjoyed my post, and I want to thank you for taking the time to comment <3
I did not know about that park thanks for sharing..... I would go again to Barcelona
You are very welcome :) Yes, I highly recommend this park!
Heyy so beautiful all the pictures @soul.searching I even got hungry when I saw the picture of the fruit hahaha. Greetings from Venezuela :D
Hi @emmanuel250998 !
Thanks so much for visiting my post <3 I know, the fruit picture is one of my favorites! Looks so delicious! Wishing you all the best
HEAVEN
It really was! :D
Wow! Everything is so colorful <3 Would love to visit someday :)
Yes, I highly recommend Barcelona!!!
I will always love Barcelona! I've been there twice and both times were incredible. I love the old streets and all the markets.
Great post, Followed and resteemed!
Hi @travelgasm,
Thank you so much for the follow & resteem!!! Made my day!
It's always so great meeting other travellers... best wishes to you!
-Stephanie
This was an interesting article with nice pictures! Looking forward to more from you!
Thank you very much!!! <3
haha, that's where I live, but the other end of the country, the hot end.
beautiful post.
Thanks so much!!! Spain was one of my favourite places!! It is so gorgeous :D
you'll have to come by again.
They would love you here, as I am sure you noticed anyway, all through Southern Europe
Beautiful blonde girls are eternally popular.
Hi @spaingaroo ,
Yes, that's so funny you say that!! I did notice that while I was there! I thought I might have been imagining but I guess I wasn't if you're also saying it hahah.
I guess I'll just have to come by again!
Take care,
Stephanie
maybe the worst thing is, judging by experiences of friends of mine, you won't be able to pretend you can't notice it here in Spain.
As a blond old man, I don't suffer so much. haha
beautiful place.
Yes it is a very beautiful destination :) thanks for visiting my post and taking the time to response! Much appreciated!
Thank you SO much @sweecee ! I hope you are having a wonderful day <3