Archive for November, 2009

Transport in Barcelona

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Barcelona by land
Three main freeways connect Barcelona to the rest of Spain. From France you take the A-7, from the center of Spain you can follow National highway II or the A-2 (freeway), and from the southern area of the peninsula the A-7 or the A-16 from Tarragona will bring you into the city. The [...]

Barcelona - an overview

Monday, November 30th, 2009

The city is flanked by the rivers Besos (on the East) and the Llobregat (on the West). The Collserola Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea surround it on th eNorth and South, always limiting Barcelona’s growth. Because of its size, the city is ideal for walking. The old town, comprised of the Barri Gotic, is famous [...]