Anyone who has visited Sagrada Familia cathedral - now a basilica - likely knows how crowded it can be as hundreds, perhaps thousands, of tourists queue up for admission or mill around taking photos of the Gaudi masterpiece. According to
this article, those who come by bus will now have a short walk, rather than being dropped at curbside. While a bit less convenient for them, this will lessen congestion and so will plans to widen sidewalks to provide more room.
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| The incredibly intricate and ornate Nativity Facade of Sagrada Familia. |
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| Gaudi's organic style is evident inside. This photo is from 2008; interior work has since been completed. |
You can buy admission tickets in advance
here, which can save hours of waiting in line.
We've visited Parc G
üell and Sagrada Familia in the same day, walking between the two. It's downhill from the part to the cathedral - I wouldn't want to do it the other way. If you do this, give yourself enough time to stop at a caf
é or tapas bar as you stroll through typical residential/commercial neighborhoods.
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| Antoni Gaudi's fanciful Parc Güell. |
The park, which was conceived as a planned residential community but failed, is filled with fanciful elements like the walkway above. A trail winds around and along the way you can visit the small museum and gift shop that was Gaudi's home for a time. This photo shows the plaza most people see. From above there are nice views across the city.
This
apartment is in a restored 19th century building about five blocks from Sagrada Familia. Others in this building can house up to 12(!) people. The rooftop terrace is open to all, with tables and sweeping views.
To see more apartments in Barcelona and Paris, visit
www.likelivingthere.com
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