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— There are cities that cannot
be confused with any other. And Barcelona is just like that:
bright, sunny, and a little whimsical. Today, we invite you to
get to know it better. — Everyone knows about Barcelona;
it is one of the trendiest places on the planet. And we are beginning to understand why. It’s a place where you can go from
the coast to the mountains in minutes. Where you can explore charming
European streets during the day and find yourself at a real
devil’s dance at night. With fireworks, drums, and crazy Catalans. This city has the highest concentration
of unrealistically fantastic buildings. And on its streets, you are more likely
to encounter a wild boar than stray dogs. Barcelona never sleeps; it moves as long
as you can keep up with its rhythm. So if you want to find out what it’s
really like, join us on a journey. We’ll show you what lies behind the
city’s perfectly flat neighborhoods. And believe me, the hype
surrounding Barcelona makes sense. It’s going to be interesting, so make
yourself comfortable and let’s go. To understand Barcelona, you first
need to see how it is structured. From above, you can see that the city is literally
sandwiched between the sea and the mountains. In the south, it is washed
by the Mediterranean Sea, and in the north, the hills
of Tibidabo and Montjuïc rise. This terrain adds charm, but it’s not
what makes Barcelona unique. What really catches the eye
is the Eixample district — a bold urban experiment
from the 19th century. Its neighborhoods are shaped
like regular octagons, where the streets
intersect at right angles. If you see this perfect grid from above,
you will recognize Barcelona immediately. After all, there is nothing
else like it anywhere else. There is another interesting detail —
a conditional line running along Gran Via. It divides Barcelona into
the upper and lower cities. The upper city is a wealthy neighborhood
with villas, gardens, and green areas. The lower city is densely
populated and more chaotic. It has old houses, narrow
streets, a port, and markets. This contrast is what
makes Barcelona unique. To best feel the rhythm of Barcelona,
we headed straight to Plaça de Catalunya. This is where the border between
old and new Barcelona lies. All popular walking routes
through the city either start here or pass through this square. So starting here was the right decision. The square’s appearance is quite classic. There are several sculptures, fountains,
benches in the shade of trees, and lawns. But there is also a more unusual object. No, it’s not that one. Ah, this one — the monument
to Francesc Macià. It’s a concrete puzzle in the
shape of an inverted staircase, symbolizing Catalonia’s
struggle for independence. — Do you know who really
rules this square? Pigeons. Look how many there are. Well, they’re not afraid. — By the way, the square itself
was conceived as the sun, with rays emanating from it
in the form of streets. There are nine such rays here, and one of
them leads straight to the Gothic Quarter. So we suggest exploring it next. The Gothic Quarter is the oldest
part of this already ancient city. As you might guess from the name, the buildings are mostly medieval
houses in the Gothic style. The Gothic Quarter is completely
different from the rest of Barcelona. It may be small in size,
but it is a whole labyrinth of narrow medieval streets made
of gray stone and small squares, among which, for example,
is Plaça Sant Jaume with beautiful government buildings. If you walk around this area,
we recommend looking up from time to time, because that’s where many
interesting details are hidden. Stone gargoyles on the facades, coats of arms,
vintage windows, and interesting arches. All the lower floors of the buildings are
occupied by shops, cafes, and restaurants. From morning to evening, the streets of this neighborhood
are filled with an endless stream of tourists. And right in the center of this neighborhood
stands its main attraction — a magnificent Gothic cathedral with
an ornate facade and tall bell towers. — We bought tickets, but there is
still the problem of getting inside, because the queue is extremely long. Let’s see how long it takes. However, the queue is moving quite quickly. Literally 15 minutes have passed,
and we are already at the entrance. — Inside, we were greeted by the
classic interior of a Gothic cathedral with high vaults, stained
glass windows, and an organ. Beautiful? Definitely. But if you’ve been to
Gothic cathedrals in Europe, this interior is unlikely
to be a revelation for you. Catholic churches are usually
similar to each other. Unusually, this cathedral
has a very unusual courtyard. Although the courtyard is quite ordinary —
arches, a fountain, some greenery. But you won’t see its
inhabitants in every cathedral. — And in the very center of the
majestic Gothic cathedral are geese. There are 13 of them. They have become a real symbol of the cathedral,
and tourists constantly take pictures of them. — Of course, the geese are here for a reason. Each white goose symbolizes a year
of Saint Eulalia’s of Barcelona life. At the age of 13, she died in
agony at the hands of the Romans because she refused to renounce her faith. Since then, she has been honored
as the patron saint of Barcelona. — Now let’s take the elevator
to the roof of the cathedral. Oh, it’s raining here. We’ll have to get a little wet. We were lucky, the rain stopped quickly,
so we can walk around without worry. The cathedral is one of the tallest
buildings in the Gothic Quarter, so it offers a magnificent
panorama of the city. Take a look. — The cathedral turned out to be
an epic structure from all sides. We liked it, especially when you stand
here in the very center of Barcelona and feel the city literally
buzzing around you. — Near Barcelona Cathedral
is the Lieutenant’s Palace, and there is a nice courtyard there,
so I suggest we go in and take a look. — Yes, we usually don’t miss cool
courtyards, especially ones like this. It’s quiet, cool, and peaceful here. Although just a few steps away,
the Gothic Quarter is bustling with life. — And if you want cool photos
with a view of the cathedral, then come to Joaquim Pou Street. There is a great panorama here. The only downside is that
construction is a bit of a nuisance, but I hope it won’t last long. — And to finish off the cathedral theme, we suggest going up to
a popular observation deck. The roof of the Lamaro Hotel,
located next to the cathedral, has recently become very
popular on social media. And let’s be honest, the view of the
cathedral from here is incredible. But you need to be lucky to get
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still thinking about it. Well, let’s get back to architecture. We’ve covered Gothic,
now let’s move on to Modernism. If you walk up from the Gothic Quarter, you will come to Passeig de Gràcia. This is one of the most beautiful streets in
Barcelona with preserved modernist facades, luxury shops, and wide avenues. This street is home to Gaudí’s
two most famous buildings — Casa Batlló and Casa Milà. Here, it would be appropriate to
make a brief insert about this señor. And so, Antonio Gaudí. He is the architect without whom
it is difficult to imagine Barcelona. He created his own, completely recognizable
style that cannot be confused with anyone else’s. Gaudí drew inspiration from nature, arguing that
there are no perfectly straight lines in it. Therefore, there should be
none in architecture either. So, all his creations, in one way or
another, boiled down to wavy shapes. From shells and stems to
branches and animal shells. We suggest starting your acquaintance with
Gaudí’s work with the undulating Casa Milà. It was the architect’s
most innovative building, but his contemporaries did not
appreciate this masterpiece. And because of its unusual shapes, they
condescendingly nicknamed it La Pedrera, which means quarry. However, today the people of Barcelona
appreciate Gaudí’s legacy much more than his contemporaries did. A ticket here costs €29. The undulating facade of the building
hides an incredible structure. The building is designed in such a way
that it has no load-bearing walls. This allowed the space to be
expanded or changed at any time. Quite convenient, isn’t it? This building also had the world’s
first underground parking lot. It also had one of the
first elevators in the city. And all this in 1912. On the fourth floor of the building,
there is an apartment-museum that shows the lifestyle of the Catalan
elite in the early 20th century. The interior has been recreated with
authentic furniture from the early 1900s. You can visit the kitchen, bedroom, living room, and study. And even the bathroom, which was a sign
of considerable luxury at the time. — This building is designed in such a way
that it hardly needs air conditioning, because the inner courtyards
create perfect air circulation. — By the way, the windows are
another innovative solution by Gaudí. Thanks to them, it was possible to
ventilate the rooms even during rain. And the last non-residential
floor of the house I just can’t bring myself
to call it an “attic.” It used to be a laundry
room and utility rooms, but now it is a museum dedicated to Gaudí. — Now let’s go up to the top of the
building, where the terrace is located. The roof is probably the most
famous part of the building, because it is here that such fanciful
chimneys and ventilation hatches are located. — So, it’s not just decoration,
but huge exhaust fans. They draw in air from the street and extract stale air from the interior, creating constant draft. And, of course, the roof offers
a magnificent panorama of the city, the spires of the Sagrada Familia, and even
a glimpse of the sea and mountain peaks. By the way, there is a nice café
on the first floor of the building, where you can also admire Gaudí’s
work over a cup of something hot. Next on the list was Casa Batlló, another Gaudí building
we dreamed of visiting. — You can go inside this building,
but the tickets are very expensive. It all depends on how many
rooms you want to see. If you only want to see 2 rooms,
the ticket costs €41. And the more rooms you want to see,
the more expensive it is. The maximum price is platinum. With the maximum price, you can see
all the rooms, but it costs €61. — But we couldn’t be satisfied
with just seeing the outside, so we bought one ticket for €40. By the way, we recommend buying
online, as it is slightly cheaper. For the same price online, we bought a ticket
from the more expensive category, i.e. silver. Looking ahead, we can say that
this was the most expensive museum we visited in Barcelona. So, you’re probably wondering
what you get for €40? Well, for €40 at Casa Batlló, you can see: a hallway with a luxurious staircase, a lantern, a chandelier, a fireplace, and decorative vases, a spacious room with an intricate window. — There are no straight
lines inside this building. Everything is curved, smooth, and organic. — It seems that only the floor
can be level for this craftsman. Well, let’s continue exploring. Next, you will see a sea
wave-colored corridor. — And these blue tiles behind
me create the impression that you are somewhere underwater. — By the way, you can walk
along it all the way to the top. But, in principle, you have no choice if you want to see this silver room
with installations of digital artworks. And, of course, there are souvenirs here. You can’t hide from them. That’s all. Oh, I almost forgot. We
have a silver ticket. And that also includes the terrace. — And here is what I was waiting for
the most, the roof of the building. In addition to the amazing panorama, there are a few other
interesting things here. I’ll show you everything now. — We are already partially familiar with Gaudí’s
ventilation system from the previous building. And this orange thing
here is purely decorative. — According to Gaudí’s idea, it is
supposed to resemble a dragon’s spine. — Although to me, this whimsical decor made of
multicolored mosaics looks more like a chameleon. What do you think of Casa Batlló overall? Is it worth €40? Write your comments below. There is another building nearby that is somewhat
lost against the backdrop of Casa Batlló. It’s hard to compete with
such a charismatic neighbor. But we recommend you take a look here too. This is Casa Amatller, built for the wealthy owner of
a chocolate factory, Mr. Amatller. Today, there is also a museum here, but the best part is that some of the
rooms can be viewed without a ticket. On the first floor of the
building, there is a café where they make hot chocolate
according to Amalie’s original recipe. And if one cup is not enough,
there is a small shop nearby where it is difficult to leave
without a bar of chocolate. Let’s return to Passeig de Gràcia. It was once a favorite
place for wealthy families. They eagerly built their
luxurious houses here. Not all houses were lucky
enough to become museums. Many of them simply turned into shops. For example, let’s go to the Spanish
clothing brand Massimo Dutti. It is located in the former
mansion of a famous Spanish artist. Part of the owner’s apartment
has been preserved here. You can see this fireplace
with carved ornamentation, marble columns, wooden stairs, and arches. It’s very cool that such historical
elements have been left intact. We are delighted. There is also a cozy courtyard here. It is small but quite nice. And here is another Spanish
brand, Stradivarius. We go down to the first basement floor and find ourselves in a real bank vault. — And look, everything here has
been preserved exactly as it was. This is where customers’ money and
valuables were kept in these lockers. Interestingly, the doors
have also been preserved. Look how thick they are. — And the third store we
want to show you is Zara. — This store is now located
in a historic building. It used to be the headquarters
of the Bilbao Bank. — When you enter such a store, you risk
forgetting why you came here in the first place. Instead of looking at the new collection,
you just stare at the ceiling. Now, let’s switch from architecture
to gastronomy for a moment. We decided to try the iconic ice cream of the famous Spanish chef Albert Adrià, a man who can safely be called
the “Spanish Klopotenko.” The establishment is called
Gelato Collection. Adrià’s approach to ice cream
is completely innovative. He draws inspiration from
the world of perfumes. Just as top, middle, and base
notes are combined in perfumery, here, too, each flavor
has its own development. First, there is a bright
accent, say, citrus-berry. Then deeper shades of
spices, fruits, or flowers. And the aftertaste is complex, rich notes that create the impression
of a complete composition. Because of this, the flavor combinations here
are as exotic and unexpected as possible. For example, raspberry-lychee-rose. Or how about mango + green curry ice cream? Or passion fruit, coffee, and mint. In addition, the space itself
resembles a perfume boutique. Minimalist design, elegant display cases, and flavor numbering
analogous to fragrances. Buying ice cream here turns
into a small gastronomic event. It’s also nice that before
choosing a serving of ice cream, you can try each flavor. — This one has green curry added to it. — Very specific. — Yeah, exactly, the very curry. — Thank you. It’s so runny. While we were choosing ice
cream, it started pouring rain. Damn. Here you can try the
strangest flavor combinations for example, I took: rose, raspberry and something
else (lychee), I don’t remember. And they grated lemon zest on top. To be honest, I really like the taste. Very tasty ice cream. And the other ice cream
in my hands is Andriy’s. He ordered crema catalana. It’s a traditional dessert in Spain. So it tastes more like regular ice cream. But it’s also very cool. And we’re running in the rain to try
another traditional Spanish dessert. We’re going there. — And this rain is really coming down hard. And we still have a mile to go. But eating dessert was
still part of our plan. — Now we’re going to try
a traditional Catalan dessert. The original recipe consists
of only four ingredients: milk, sugar, eggs, and orange zest. It’s a little runny, but very tasty. Not cloyingly sweet. And that crust on top. I really like it. It’s so delicate and tender. We liked the dessert, so save the location. Carrer Canvis Vells 2, 08003,
Born, Barcelona
We liked the dessert, so save the location. Carrer Canvis Vells 2, 08003,
Born, Barcelona
We’re already soaked, so let’s run to the hotel. We’re already soaked, so let’s run to the hotel. — Left, left. Left, yes, yes, yes. — Well, let’s move on. — We’re completely soaked. Water is sloshing in our sneakers. I don’t know how we’ll walk tomorrow. But what can you do? Finally, we’re in our room. Look how wet we are. You can see dry shorts here. And here, after the rain,
you can wring them out. You can’t imagine what the
sneakers are like inside. I can feel the water
squelching between my toes. The only thing I want
to do right now is this. — We were thinking about what time of day
to choose to show you Barceloneta beach, but it looks like we made the right choice. Because at dawn, it’s truly magical here. — Access to the beach is what
makes Barcelona incredible. A long, wide strip of sand stretches
along virtually the entire city. And it is, without exaggeration,
the best addition to Barcelona. Because it has everything: mountains,
unique architecture, delicious food. And the sea, like the cherry on top of
the cake, adds completeness to the city. Now, Barceloneta Beach is full of
people at any time of the year. People come here for a morning run,
to play various sports, or just to relax by the sea. It’s hard to believe that 40 years ago,
this coastline was considered one of the most neglected
areas of the city. Instead of white sand, there were industrial
warehouses, factories, and port docks. It was only in preparation
for the 1992 Olympics that the authorities decided to radically
change the appearance of the coast. They demolished the warehouses, cleared the
area, and created a modern artificial beach. By the way, do you see this strange
sculpture that looks like stacked cubes? It was created to remind us
of the area’s fishing past. Once upon a time, there were
simple bars on this site. They were the center of life in Barcelona. But during the redevelopment of the
coastline, they were, of course, demolished. But don’t limit yourself to just the beach. Nearby is the Barceloneta district,
another old district of Barcelona. It is not particularly sophisticated
in terms of architecture, as it was traditionally home
to sailors and fishermen. But it is still very atmospheric. Well, if you are visiting Barcelona
for the first time, like us, then you should not miss
this famous building. This is the Sagrada Familia, Gaudí’s
most grandiose and greatest masterpiece. The architect devoted the last 40 years
of his life entirely to this cathedral. Before our trip to Barcelona, we were
quite indifferent to Gaudí’s work, although we did not doubt his talent. But when we saw the Sagrada Familia for the
first time, we were extremely impressed. There is no other building on this planet
that resembles the Sagrada Familia. Look at how many small details have been carefully
thought out and squeezed into this structure. Towers, arches, sculptures — everything is full
of symbolism that still needs to be understood. Complexity on this scale takes time. Most of the elements are created by
hand, the construction is fantastic, and for decades, funding has come
solely from donations and ticket sales. The temple was laid 140 years
ago and is still unfinished. It is expected to be
completed in the 2030s. But I don’t believe it. So for now, the Sagrada Familia is unthinkable
without its eternal neighbors—the towering cranes. They have been an integral part of the Sagrada
Familia’s construction landscape for the past 50 years. And all photos without cranes can
be safely considered photoshopped. Tickets to the cathedral can
only be purchased online. We monitored the situation for the last 3 weeks,
but they never appeared on our date. Therefore, unfortunately,
we cannot show you what’s inside. But you definitely need to see
the Sagrada at least from the outside, examine its details,
and take a few pictures. By the way, the best photos are taken
in a small park opposite the cathedral. There is a lot of greenery, flowers, an artificial
pond in which the Sagrada Familia is reflected, and, of course, quite a few people, but if you are resourceful, you
can find some pretty good angles. A very cool thing is that there are many
water fountains like this in Barcelona. The water isn’t very tasty,
but if you’re really thirsty and don’t want to spend a few euros on
a 0.5 liter bottle in the city center, this is a pretty good option. — All tourists immediately rush
to the Sagrada Familia, but just ten minutes away from it
is this architectural masterpiece. And it’s not a palace, as you
might think, but a hospital. — Before you is the Recinte
Modernista de Sant Pau, a masterpiece by architect
Domènech, Gaudí’s teacher. This fabulous complex was built over
a quarter of a century, from 1902 to 1930. It’s hard to believe, but until 2009,
patients continued to be admitted here. — My first reaction when
I walked in here was, how could this even be a hospital? Because look at how much
colorful mosaic there is here, There is stucco everywhere, and all
these buildings are shaped in such a way. It’s just unbelievable. — Sant Pau’s looks more
like a fairytale palace where the Spanish queen could live than
a place where IVs are administered. There are elegant domes, curved lines
without a hint of rectangular walls, colorful stained glass windows,
and sculptures. But behind this fairy-tale facade
lies ingenious functionality. Domenic designed all the pavilions so that they would not cast shadows on each other, even in
winter when the sun is low and the shadows are long. The buildings face south to receive maximum natural
light and fresh sea air, which naturally purified the space. The operating rooms were
deliberately positioned to avoid direct sunlight, which could blind doctors by
reflecting off metal instruments. Even the decorative solutions
here have a practical purpose. Tiles of various shapes and colors
are not only pleasing to the eye, but also make cleaning easier,
preventing the spread of infections. That is why patients felt so
comfortable recovering here. In a bright space surrounded by gardens
with fruit trees and blooming lavender. — And in this pavilion, you can see what
a hospital ward looked like in the 1920s. — It has been preserved
almost in its original form. And here you can really feel
the atmosphere of that time. — And now we are going down to the underground
passages that connected all the pavilions. — Their purpose was not only practical. Patients were transported
through these tunnels without disturbing those who were
relaxing in the fresh air in the gardens. — I think this corridor alone
is worth coming here for. Just look at this beauty. Oh, and what a ceiling! It’s completely painted. Awesome! — It feels like you’re not in a hospital, but in a luxurious art gallery. — Look, right behind me
is the Sagrada Familia. — If you are a fan of beautiful
architecture or history, or just want to add a few
wow photos to your gallery, this place should definitely
be on your itinerary. It would seem that we have already
seen many interesting buildings. But no, in Barcelona, there
is always another creation that will make you stop, stare,
and say WOW once again! This time, the reason for our
excitement was Casa Vicens. It was Gaudí’s first major project, and
at that time, he was only 31 years old. The client was Manuel Vicens,
a wealthy ceramic tile manufacturer. The plan was to build
a house out of rough stone and decorate it generously with
tiles from the owner’s factory. A kind of unobtrusive
advertisement for his products. And the result was not
just good, but incredible. I have a feeling that Gaudí
traveled to Morocco and India and mixed it all together in one house. Eastern motifs are everywhere here — colorful tiles in the form of
a chessboard, terracotta accents, ornaments that make your eyes run wild. This was Gaudí’s first chance
to make a name for himself. And he did it loudly, creating
a real explosion of color. But for all its whimsicality,
Casa Vicens remains surprisingly alive. It feels closely connected to nature. If you look closely, you can see that even the iron railings and balconies
are decorated with naturalistic details, such as palm leaves and vine branches. On the outskirts of Barcelona, in the same
Gracia district, there is another masterpiece - Park Güell. This is, of course, not the only park
in Barcelona, nor even the largest, but it is certainly the most famous. Well, at least because it was
designed by the genius Gaudí himself. Although, to tell the truth,
it was not conceived as a park at all. It all started with the ambition of a very
wealthy gentleman and patron of the arts, Eusebi Güell. He had the idea of building
something like an elite cottage town surrounded by nature with a panoramic view of the sea,
yet not too far from the center of Barcelona. The plan was to build a garden city
for the wealthy residents of Barcelona. But no buyers were found, and
the result was this beautiful park. From an architectural point of view,
the project was brilliant. But for some reason, the wealthy
did not appreciate the prospect— due to the distance from the center, the difficulty
of access, and the high price of the plots. Of the 60 planned houses,
only 2 were built, one of which became Gaudí’s own home. When the experiment finally failed,
the city authorities bought the land and turned it into a public park. And now anyone can immerse themselves
in the world of the brilliant architect. True, it costs €18. Well, this is Barcelona,
time to get used to it. When you go inside, the first thing you see are two buildings that look
like gingerbread houses. And although they look like they
were baked for a Christmas fair, they were designed as an
administration and guard building. Next comes the ceremonial
terrace and fountains. Then there are stairs with the
park’s symbol, a salamander lizard, and a hall with 100 columns
in the Greek style. Although in reality there
are slightly fewer, only 86. This place was conceived as
a market and meeting place. And inside the columns,
Gaudí hid an entire sewage system. Such an engineering trick. At the top is a spacious terrace. Here you will find a panorama of the city
and the sea and the famous wavy snake bench. They say that to make it
as comfortable as possible, Gaudí asked one of the workers to sit down, and then repeated the contours of his body
along the entire length of the structure. The result was 110 meters of colorful mosaics,
which are now known throughout the world. All these colorful tiles are the
result of Gaudí’s ingenious life hack. He used leftovers from production,
which was extremely economical. However, the monumental area of Park Güell
occupies only 45% of the territory. The rest is a forest park
and walking trails. And although Park Güell is already
quite high above Barcelona, if you want to see the city at
a glance, climb even higher — to the top of Tibidabo Mountain. It is located at an altitude of
over 500 meters above sea level. And from here you can enjoy the
best panoramic view of Barcelona. We climb to the highest point in Barcelona. We wanted to take the funicular,
but for some reason it was closed. So we had to call a taxi, because there is no other way to get there. But it’s okay, we met two
women who live in New York, and we shared a taxi with them. So it wasn’t too expensive. But the road was also closed, and
the taxi didn’t take us all the way. So we’re in a hurry. But there are cars driving around, I don’t
know why they didn’t take us all the way. Oh, I can see the view opening up. The sun is shining, let’s go. But I still suggest we continue on to
where we planned to go, to Tibidabo. It is especially beautiful here at sunset, when everything around seems
to melt in the golden light, and you stand there and just
can’t take your eyes off it. In addition, the Temple of the Sacred
Heart stands at the top of the mountain. It is a majestic neo-Gothic building that
can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. It looks most impressive at sunset. The oldest amusement park in
Barcelona is also located here, which has been operating since 1901. Here you can ride the Ferris
wheel and roller coasters. It’s strange to see an amusement park
peacefully coexisting next to a temple. But that’s Barcelona for you. Everything that seems incompatible
at first glance coexists harmoniously here. Just make sure you get to the attractions early,
because they were already closed at sunset. But at dusk, wild boars come here, to feed on waste from garbage cans. It seems that local wild boars
have long understood that it is more convenient to dine in the city
than to search for acorns in the forest. And most interestingly, no one
except tourists even reacts to them. Before coming to Barcelona, we had
never seen wild boars in the wild. And who would have thought that our first encounter
would take place right under the Tibidabo temple. But we had no idea that other fun awaited us
on the way to our hotel. As it turned out, we arrived in Barcelona during
the celebration of the biggest holiday of the year — La Mercè. It’s something like our City Day. But if our City Day is, at most,
a stage with performers, the Catalans do everything on
a much larger and louder scale. La Mercè lasts several days and
turns Barcelona into a huge carnival. Every square hosts concerts, dances,
street shows, and parades of giant puppets. But the most epic and fiery event
in the literal sense of the word is the correfoc. Literally translated, correfoc
means “running with fire.” At first glance, it seems as
if Barcelona has gone crazy. But in fact, it is an ancient tradition
that dates back to the Middle Ages. Back then, people wore demon masks to
drive evil spirits out of the city, and fire symbolized purification. Now it has turned into
a spectacular fire show. People dressed as devils run through
the streets, waving fireworks, all to the sound of loud drums. Local residents believe that this ritual helps burn away the bad energy of the past
year and bring good luck for the next. Although from the outside it looks
like some kind of fiery madness. In all this chaos, we completely
forgot that we wanted to share a very useful life hack that
will save you money on food. While still in Tibidabo, we ordered
food through the To Good To Go app. It works in many European countries,
and the idea is as follows: at the end of the day, cafes,
restaurants, and bakeries don’t want to throw away the food
that’s left on the shelves, so they sell it in surprise boxes
at a fraction of the price. That is, you reserve a slot,
pay a few euros, come at the specified time, and receive a package. But you don’t know what’s inside. It’s a kind of gastronomic lottery. We used this app several
times in Barcelona. This time, after correfoc, we ran into
a small cafe in the Gothic Quarter to pick up our “booty.” And we got all this for €3. So let’s unpack it and see what’s inside. We have a sandwich with
chicken, tomatoes, and salad. Chicken, brie cheese, lettuce, and sauce. And here we have a whole bag of croissants. Oh, there’s more than just croissants. Yes, there are these little croissants. These are with chocolate. Something like this. A cupcake. Another QUASO, a big one. Another croissant. And a puff pastry. So, what do you think of our
surprise box for €3? Share your thoughts in the comments. Well, now it’s time for the
“Where did we stay” section. The main thing we paid attention to when
choosing a hotel was, of course, the price. And we wanted the hotel
to be in the center. Because we usually start
shooting before dawn. And we want to spend an extra half hour
in bed, not somewhere on the subway. But finding something decent in the
center of Barcelona for a reasonable price is a daunting task. At least it was during
the days we were there. Who knew we had chosen dates
that coincided with the festival? So when we stumbled upon the Gaudi Hotel, which offered a neat, clean room with
a private bathroom for €125 with a discount, we were pleasantly shocked. — And there is a terrace
on the roof of our hotel. What I like most is that this
terrace overlooks the Güell Palace. You can relax like this. There is a small pool here. And you can look at the view of Barcelona. By the way, you can even
see the sea from here. If I had a little more time, I would
have spent at least two hours here. — But we only stayed on the
terrace for about 20 minutes. Although that was enough to
enjoy the views of Barcelona. And they were spectacular here. We looked at the beautiful
and not-so-beautiful terraces and saw another of Gaudí’s
works from the side. — And now we move on to the Güell Palace. — Yes, we are already
familiar with Mr. Güell — the patron of the arts after
whom Park Güell is named. But long before the colorful hill appeared, Gaudí was already working
on another project of his — a city palace right in
the center of Barcelona. You might say, «Which Gaudí is that? Where are the colorful mosaics,
curved lines, and dragons»? And yet, it is his work. It’s just that he hasn’t fully
unleashed his creativity here. — This is one of Gaudí’s first masterpieces. And although it looks quite austere
and gloomy from the outside, inside it hides true luxury. — We were most impressed by
the central hall of the building. Imagine, it is 17 meters high. And at the top is a dome with openings through
which sunlight penetrates during the day, and in the evening it
imitates the starry sky. The Güell Palace had a dual purpose. First, it was a home for a large family. Second, it was a place for
various celebrations and events, as the patron led an active social life. In this regard, the building had both
private rooms and ceremonial halls. So each floor of the house
opens up in its own way. There are rooms, galleries for guests, and balconies from which music
was played during receptions. By the way, the main instrument
in this home theater was an organ. Guell was not just a patron of the arts, but a man of refined
taste and a love of art. Interestingly, the organ is
still in working order today and even delights visitors
from time to time. The Guell Palace gives the impression of
a serious, even slightly aristocratic building. And no wonder. Just look at the materials
from which it is made. Dark stone, iron, polished marble, expensive woods, colorful stained glass. All of this immediately sets the tone. The same cannot be said about the roof, This part of the building is radically
different from the solid style of the palace. — There are 20 colorful chimneys
like this on the roof. And what’s more, all the
chimneys are different, no two are alike. — It feels as if the Catalan
maestro couldn’t resist adding a little of his signature
magic to this gloomy building. To be honest, this palace
impressed us the most among all the other
buildings designed by Gaudí. For the €12 we paid to get in, we saw much more than we did for
€40 at the famous Casa Batlló. We are at Barcelona’s most
famous market, La Boqueria. It was founded in the 13th century
and was originally just a meat market. In 1914, a roof was added. You can find absolutely everything here. Here are some very interesting fruits
and vegetables. Let’s take a closer look. Many delicacies are sold in portions. Everything is as convenient
as possible for tourists. Just take it and eat it. Today, it no longer resembles an ordinary
market, but rather a tourist attraction. Just look at how many people are here. Everyone is walking around, choosing
something, buying something. Boqueria is a vivid example of how an urban market can be turned into
a landmark featured in all guidebooks. And here a question naturally arises. What, in fact, can an ordinary
tourist do at the Boqueria? Well, for starters, you can wander
through its watercolor rows, buy one of the brightly
colored fresh juices and be surprised to find
that it tastes good. I like it, it’s so refreshing. Glance at the hanging dried pork legs and catch yourself thinking how nice
it would be to grab one as a souvenir. And then quickly dismiss that thought. Take pictures of vegetables
that look more like a still life and drool over desserts with strawberries. And the display case says,
“You have to try something.” And look how appetizing everything looks. Without suspecting anything,
buy a bag of seafood for €7 and find that there are
only a few fish in batter. The rest probably only saw the sea on TV. The fish is not fresh. The squid ring, we think it’s not a squid
ring, it’s some kind of strange thing. There was also something with crab,
but it’s not crab either. There was only a slight
taste of crab sticks. Eat these crab sticks in batter and realize that at the bottom of the envelope there is
a surprise in the form of fried potatoes. Remember the seller with a no-bad, quiet word and finally get out of
this gastronomic chaos. So don’t be fooled by all this. So there was nothing left to do but look
for food somewhere else in the city. In such cases, bocata
saves the day in Spain. We went to this cafe for a snack. This isn’t the first time
we’ve bought pastries here. It’s quite tasty and inexpensive. Let’s go inside. They have various croissants,
sandwiches, and even salads. But let’s get back to bocata. It’s a baguette cut in half and generously
filled with something delicious. People eat a lot of bocatas in Spain. Morning, lunch, or evening
— it doesn’t matter. Want a snack before work? Bocata. Running late for the train? Bocata. After an evening stroll,
of course, another bocata. Last time I ordered the same sandwich. I liked it so much
that I decided to have it again. It’s a sandwich with lettuce,
chicken, tomato, and brie cheese. And some very tasty sauce on top. I don’t know what kind of
sauce it is, but I like it. Just look who came to visit us. (No em facis cas, només sóc una colom). Now they owe him for cleaning the floor. Well, now we can go
explore Barcelona further. This time we are going to the southern
part of the city, to Plaza de España. Here are two monumental Venetian towers. They symbolically served as the
entrance gate to the 1929 exhibition and were intended to impress
visitors to the city. Today, they serve a more
decorative function, but remain one of Barcelona’s
most famous architectural gems. A wide avenue starts from these towers and
leads straight to the foot of Montjuïc Mountain. And if you climb a little higher, your gaze is
immediately drawn to the Montjuïc National Palace. This majestic building was
constructed in the Neo-Baroque style. Today, it is home to the
National Art Museum of Catalonia. If you love painting,
sculpture, and art in general, you can spend the whole day here. And if not, it’s worth climbing
up here at least for the panorama. — Until 2022, there were fountains here. Unfortunately, they are no longer there,
but at the end of September 2025, And just before this episode comes out, they are supposed to start them up again. So if you are watching this video and you
are in Barcelona, write in the comments whether they really started these
fountains, we are very curious. The fountains were turned
on for just a moment. We even saw them and managed
to film a little bit. I think they are already being tested and will
be fully operational at the end of September. — This fountain has an
almost mystical history. When the fountain was opened in 1929 along with the Plaza de
España for the World’s Fair, it immediately became a sensation. But after the exhibition,
the fountain’s fate was not very bright. First, its maintenance cost
an incredible amount of money. Every day, thousands of liters of water and
electricity were consumed to keep the system running. In the 1930s, Barcelona simply
did not have the money for this. Then came the civil war, during which the
fountain was seriously damaged by bombing. It was only before the 1992 Olympic
Games that the fountain was restored. It was equipped with new pumps,
lighting, and a music system. Then the fountain came back to life. But in 2022, Catalonia was
hit by a severe drought, and the fountain was turned
off again to save water. And now, after a three-year
hiatus, in September 2025, the fountain finally came back to life. I wonder how long it will last this time? But even without the fountains, this
is one of the best places in Barcelona to watch the sunset. — I really liked this location. And we were even lucky enough
to see the fountains for half a minute. And the view from here
is simply magnificent. For me, this is the best
observation deck in Barcelona, so I highly recommend going here. — After all of Gaudí’s architectural
masterpieces, beaches, and promenades, it is here that Barcelona reveals
itself from a different angle. Majestic, calm, and truly magical. Now it’s time to sum up our trip. We won’t hide the fact that we weren’t
very impressed with Barcelona at first. Crowds of tourists, queues, high prices. But with each passing day,
we discovered something new about it. In the morning streets without crowds,
in unexpected panoramas and sunrises by the sea. In 4 days, we not only changed our minds,
but really fell in love with this city. And we would definitely come back,
if only for the fountains of Montjuïc. Thank you for spending this hour with us. Write in the comments how you liked
Barcelona, whether you liked it or not. And which cities or countries you
would like to see in our next episodes. And so you don’t miss any
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Готові побачити справжню вражаючу Барселону, від готичних провулків і собору до легендарних творінь Гауді?
Ми прогуляємося вулицею Passeig de Gràcia, зазирнемо у Casa Milà, Casa Batlló та Palau Güell, побуваємо у Парку Гуель і піднімемось на гору Tibidabo.
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А ще зустрінемо світанок на пляжі Барселонета, побачимо Саграду Фамілію, завітаємо до лікарні Sant Pau, яка більше схожа на палац, і закінчимо день біля фонтанів Монжуїка, коли місто занурюється у вечірнє світло.
А ще ми покажемо Барселону з іншого боку — її фестивалі, гастрономію, локальні звички і навіть лайфхаки, як зекономити на їжі. Розповімо, що таке Too Good To Go, та де шукати питну воду безкоштовно.
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00:00 Інтро
0:58 Район Ешампле
2:04 Площа Каталонії
3:11 Готичний квартал
4:23 Готичний собор – Catedral de Barcelona
6:57 Симпатичний дворик Palau del Lloctinent
7:27 Фотолокація з виглядом на собор на вулиці Carrer del Dr. Joaquim Pou
7:42 Тераса на даху готелю Lamaro
9:15 Будинок авторства Антоніо Гауді – Casa Milà
13:01 Химерний будинок Гауді – Casa Batlló
15:45 Ще один цікавий будинок – Casa Amatller
16:34 Магазин Massimo Dutti з гарним інтерʼєром
17:21 Банківське сховище в магазині Stradivarius
17:48 Унікальна будівля магазину Zara
18:10 Культове морозиво Gelato Collection
20:18 Під дощем біжимо пробувати традиційний каталонський десерт – Crema catalana
22:38 Неймовірний світанок на пляжі Barceloneta
24:47 Візитівка Барселони – Sagrada Família
27:08 Архітектурний шедевр – госпіталь Sant Pau Recinte Modernista
30:58 Перший будинок Антоніо Гауді – Casa Vicens
32:20 Парк Güell
35:25 Оглядовий майданчик на заході сонця на горі Tibidabo
38:21 Традиційна хода з вогнем Correfoc
40:16 Як заощадити кошти на їжі
41:55 Огляд нашого житла в Барселоні – Hotel Gaudí
43:33 Палац Palau Güell
46:29 Найвідоміший ринок Барселони – Boqueria
48:51 Бюджетний варіант перекусу
50:10 Захід сонця на Palau Nacional de Montjuïc та фонтани
⛰️ Інші відео, які можуть вам сподобатися:
Чорногорія – бюджетна альтернатива Хорватії? Велика подорож Чорногорією від моря до диких гір.
Ви не повірите, що це Хорватія! Велика подорож Хорватією від Дубровника до Пули.
Іспанія вас здивує. Будинки в печерах, найнебезпечніша стежка, місто над прірвою – Ронда, Малага.
Майорка — ідеальний острів? Пляжі, печери та серпантини, які вражають! Іспанія.
Чому ніхто не показує таку Англію? Велика подорож Англією від Ла-Маншу до Північного моря.
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2 Comments
Ви з Покутніми якусь монетку кидаєте, типу хто з Вас їде в одне і те саме місто першими?))
Жителі Барселони втомились від туристів. В них є рух, спрямований на поступове зменшення гостей міста. Цікаво, чи вийде в них щось путнє з цієї ініціативи?🙄🤔
За подорож дякуємо. Літнє тепло доречне, хай і на чужині.