Barcelona

From València, Pram and I took the train to Barcelona. It was an agonizing, four-hour trip because we were sitting in front of obnoxious people. Barcelona provided a great pay-off for our suffering though. I became enamored with Barcelona's architecture, its friendly people, its rich history, and its insane nightlife. I hope to return soon to this city by the sea.

We stayed in a hotel right off the Plaza de Catalunya, the city's main square. I tried to strike a balance between seeing the city and going out and partying. I partly believe that I can party anywhere, so why should I travel 1,000 miles to do so. On the other hand, I also think this is the best way meet the locals. I tried to be somewhat disciplined though, getting in before 7 in the morning. One could easily stay out later; I believe Pram rolled in around 9 or 10 some mornings.

Our typical day involved waking up—early if we didn't stay out too late, early afternoon if we did—and seeing some sights. We ate a late lunch (the Spanish way) with a few courses and some wine, then continued to see the sights until it was time to get ready for the evening. Around midnight, one goes to the bars for a nice chat with new friends; the discos come to life around 3 A.M. My nocturnal tendencies were completely (and overly) satisfied here.

Barcino! Map	Viaduct Map	Store-Front Origami Map
On Las Ramblas Map	Magnificent Apartments Map	Window and Ceiling Map
Stained Glass Map	Scaffolding Map	Gaudí's Nativity Facade Map
Pram and the Sagrada Família Map	Nativity Facade Map	Nativity Facade Map
The Nave Map	The Kiss of Judas Map	The Passion Facade Entrance Map
The Judgment of Jesus Map	The Burial of Jesus Map	Chapels Map
Passion Facade Map	Sagrada Familia Towers Map	Geese in the Cloisters Map
Tower Through Cloister Map	Barcelona Rooftops Map	Bell Towers Map
Pram and the Gothic Tower Map	From One Cathedral to Another Map	Inside the Gothic Cathedral Map
Triumphal Arch Map	Citadel Park Map	Cascade Fountain Map
Casa Batllo Doorway Map	Batllo's Back Porch Map	Gaudi Tile Mosaic Map
Batllo Light Shaft Map	Casa Batllo's Attic Map	Casa Batllo's Chimney Map
Casa Batllo Facade Map	Parc Guell Map	View From Parc Guell Map
Under the Road Map	Under the Terrace Map	Parc Guell Entrance Map