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MARIA CRISTINA a. D iag ona l Tra v. de les Co rts Plaça d'Espanya Gran Vía Av d Pl. de les a. d el Cascades Pa ra l .l el A vd a . d M i ram a e r URGELL POBLE SEC Rda. de Sant Pau ROCAFORT ESPANYA PARALOLEL 0 miles 0 EIXAMPLE Plaça de Joan Carles I DIAGONAL Plaça Universitat Pl. de Catalunya A vd a. C. de C. d'Aragó VERDAGUER GIRONA Av G a da. ud de í C. de Cartagena HOSTAFRANCS GUINARDÓ JOANIC Passeig de S. Joan TARRAGONA Rosselló HOSPITAL C. de Balmes Rambla de Catalun ya Pg. de Gràcia ENTANÇA Parc de Montjuïc ALFONS X GRÀCIA HOSPITAL DE SANT PEU SAGRADA FAMÍLIA C. de Provença Dia Valencia gon al CLOT les Corts Plaça Catalanes Tetuán Pl. de les Glories Rd a la S. P . e na e re C. d . d ia Hos e da id BARRI IV pita Pg. Av er Pe re l GÓTIC Pujadas M d C . d e C. de e A S . Pa u Parc de la l Bo vda Plaça ga . Reial Ciutadella te ll lo m Pl. Portal de Co Av da. d de la Pau P g . Vila 'I c à ri a Olímpica de CATALUNYA PASSEIG DE GRÀCIA GLÒRIES la PLAÇA DEL CENTRE SANTS ESTACIÓ MERCAT NOU Parc del Guinardó GRÀCIA Tra v. de Grà cia URQUINAONA amb PLACS DE SANTS Pl. de Lesseps Trav. de Dalt ARC DE TRIOMF MARINA La R p se e Be Jo las rlín de del a. a vd r r Pl. A J. Ta C. del Països Avd a. de Catalans Ro m a C. d'Aragó C. d LESSEPS FONTANA Pl. de Francesc Macià LES CORTS COLIBLANC C. del Comte d'Urgell A vd Parc Güell C . G ra n d e G rà ci a Rd a . d e l G a l . Mi tr e V. SARRIÀ Au gu s ta PEDRALBES LLACUNA LICEU BOGATELL JAUME I DRASSANES Jardíns de Miramar Castell de Montjuïc BARCELONETA BARCELONETA Ma r . Pg km 1/2 1/2 CIUTADELLAVILA OLÍMPICA ítim Mediterranean Sea BARCELONA Barcelona enjoys a privileged position on the northeastern coast of the Iberian Peninsula and the shores of the Mediterranean. It is one of the world's most beautiful and exciting cities, with an almost perfect climate, making it an ideal place to be any time of the year. Barcelona's curious contrasts are amazing, as it is set amongst Roman remains, medieval districts, and beautiful examples of Modernism and 20th century avant-garde art. Its attractions include a city center that retains its medieval street plan. Visit one of the world's most famous streets (Las Ramblas) and some stunning architecture including buildings by Gaudi, Spain's most famous architect. Dozens of museums are at your disposal, including one dedicated to Picasso, another to Miró and yet another to Barcelona's world-famous football club, Barça. These are just a few examples of a long cultural agenda that also includes an extensive calendar of music, theater and dance. VACATION ENHANCING TOURS • Artistic Barcelona : Gaudi, Modernism and Gothic • Barcelona Highlights and Montjuic Cable Car • City sightseeing tour of Barcelona • Camp Nou Experience • Gourmet Bus Barcelona • Sagrada Familia Tour • Panoramic Barcelona and Spanish Village • Sitges and Freixent Cava Cellars Consult your American Express travel counselor for more details on these and other group and private tours and transfers. 78 Barcelona And although history and culture are prominent, Barcelona's cosmopolitan feel has a lasting presence. As one of Europe's premier destinations for continental elegance and brilliant nightlife, Barcelona offers surprises at every turn. Enjoy this natural magnet for the fashionconscious and delight in the endless shopping opportunities. Savor the traditional Catalan cuisine in one of the many critically acclaimed restaurants, or dance the night away at one of the local nightspots where the music beats are as diverse as the ambiances. Barcelona is almost as lively at night as it is during the day, and it has a unique, exciting atmosphere, providing visitors with a truly unforgettable experience. For sun worshippers, Barcelona's coastline stretches for miles and offers a wide variety of excellent beaches. The city's geographical position also makes it the easiest Spanish city to reach from the rest of Europe. Be sure to discover all the wonders of this marvelous metropolis!