I have a kinda weird way of going about exploring a new place. I pick a certain destination and head for it taking a zig-zagging route along whatever catches my eye.
So, taking a stroll along the almost empty streets of Barcelona, I made my way past Plaza Catalunya and headed to Illa de la Discordia: a block with buildings by four of Barcelona's most important Modernista architects that I've never heard of. Well, except for Gaudi.
Above is Casa Lleo-Molera. Below on the left is Casa Amatller and on the right, my favourite, Casa Batllo by Gaudi. Like so many things in Barcelona, it ain't pretty. But it is something intriguing, don't you think?
I actually missed the other one, but looking it up on the net, it's easy to see why. Compared to those three, it is kind of "normal".
The next stop was Casa Mila, but unfortunately I could not get inside.
The following are just some random pictures that were taken on the way to the Sagrada Familia.
After several blocks of walking to and fro I spotted the towers in the distance and headed for the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi's project that he spent the last years of his life on. Work started on the cathedral in 1882 and it's anticipated completion date is 2026. I don't know how to describe it. Just...look at the pictures and decide for yourself.
There was a row of people stretching around the corner to go inside, so I opted to wave it goodbye and head for my final point: Park Gaudi.
The Sagrada Familia from a distance.
And after an exhausting day of walking up and down the streets, up a huge climb to Gaudi Park, I took a taxi back to Catalunya plaza, got something to eat and headed for the bus back to Girona, snapping pictures all the way.
Oh, and I was also treated to some impromptu marching bands.
Remember, remember....I don't think I'll forget you, Barcelona.
So where to next? You're guess is as good as mine at this moment.
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