Endless trip to Barcelona

When I first arrived in Barcelona, I was caught in the rain in Mao Mao, which was neither too big nor too small. Find shelter from the rain as soon as the subway station comes out. The buildings in the expansion area are well managed, and there are many shops on Passeig de Gràcia Road, which is not too embarrassing. Stopping under an obscure and remote eaves, inferring the general direction of booking a hotel, there was no tendency to stop when it rained, so I had to wear a hat on my clothes and leave in the rain.

This early encounter seems to have laid the groundwork for Barcelona's trip. I want to see the sunshine in the south, but it's always stormy there. As a result, when it was a little sunny, he quickly went to see the sea, the city and the scenic spots; On rainy days, you can only watch the traffic in Barcelona in the rain through the window in a four-story hut at the intersection of the diagonal of Avenguda and Gracia Avenue, or buy food in a nearby square building.

So looking back at Barcelona for three or four days, many places were abandoned because of the rain, but it didn't delay leisure and eating and drinking.

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Before I went to Barcelona, I saw the satellite map of the city for the first time, especially the four squares in the expansion area, which were arranged neatly like Lego bricks. I was surprised for a long time. Is that really where people live? It wasn't long before we lived in a house like that, only to find that it didn't make much difference now. The house facing the street is open and bright, and the house facing inward will not be devoid of lighting.

When you walk in the street, you will feel different. In every square with a corner cut off, you always have to walk a few more steps to cross the road and reach the street of the next square. As a pedestrian, this is really a bit inconvenient. I don't know if driving will be better. Will it really give the vehicle a bright vision and make driving more leisurely as originally designed?

However, these buildings were built by pedestrians, and it is not without consideration. There is absolutely no need to worry about crossing the road. Most streets are one-way, and some slightly wider streets can be used in both directions, which is only a narrow one; Moreover, in such a street, there is a tree-lined belt for pedestrians to walk in the middle, and sometimes there is a small garden in the middle of the street. Sometimes, the restaurant will arrange tables and chairs here. Generally speaking, it is quite comfortable.

What I like best in this area is the specialty store near the main street but not on the main street. Although not as artistic as Gotham or Laval, each family is carefully managed, and each family has its own style, exquisite and considerate. Coupled with the common but good smell of fireworks in the street, after my first night, I thought I could come and stay in Barcelona in the future. It's closest to my imagination. Generally speaking, I am always infinitely tolerant of small towns and villages, but there are few cities that I like at first sight. Barcelona may be the first, not picky, not contradictory, undefended and unfamiliar.

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The founder of this kind of Barcelona is Zelda, not Gaudi. When it comes to Barcelona, it shines like a star and cannot be bypassed. To tell the truth, compared with Gaudi's whimsy that day, Zelda's firm focus on the earth and people made me feel more at ease. No wonder the local people say, "Barcelona is the brain of Zelda."

However, Gaudi can't help but be exciting. If Zelda laid the foundation of Barcelona, Gaudi enhanced its spirituality. Gaudi said that God prefers curves. Therefore, his architecture is full of wave-like spread or ribbon-like floating exhibitions. When you see Sagrada Familia for the first time, you can't help gaping, just like seeing a miracle; I can't resist the soldiers guarding the roof of Milla's house in the sun, which is clearly guarded by aliens; There are also bartholomew houses with colorful and strange shapes; And the originality and magic of Gouel Park. ......

Gaudi has given this well-controlled urban area so many surprises and agility that every time I think of such non-human works on earth, I will be amazed and excited, as if I caught a glimpse of God's instructions.

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Of course, Barcelona is not an expansion area that only developed in the last century or two. It also has the ancient Gothic District and Rawal District. These two areas have become history. I like wandering in those narrow and secluded streets, but I never want to live there. When I first chose the accommodation, I saw the pictures there and directly denied them, because there seemed to be too many stories there. I definitely don't want medieval ghosts passing by after falling asleep at night.

But it is also very interesting to stroll through those maze-like alleys and meet one interesting shop and museum after another, as well as large and small churches, squares and markets. We walked past the Christmas market in front of Barcelona's main church and chased colorful soap bubbles in the sun in the square in front of the church. We passed through various unknown seafood and fruit markets and feasted our eyes. In the bustling streets of the old city, we saw a marching small band, full of Barcelona-style enthusiasm. ......

Such an ancient city has nothing to do with rainy days or sunny days. Sunny days are naturally good, and rainy days are probably more in line with its temperament. The damp and gloomy atmosphere will definitely make people deeply realize the narrowness and strangeness of this ancient coastal city. This is unique to Barcelona.

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Don't miss it, and the sea of Barcelona. Fortunately, I caught up with him on a sunny day, but the wind at the seaside is really strong in winter. Before I saw the beach, I first felt the mist flying. Near the seaside, when the wind blows, you can't open your eyes, and a layer of small salt particles will soon form on your glasses. When you look back at the seabirds still flying over the square, you have an illusion that they will be blown away by the wind with the crown of palm trees. The wind feels strong, but the waves are not as rough as expected. They are still flowing smoothly and atmospheric. Perhaps this is the normal state of the winter sea in Barcelona. You can see it from a distance, but you can't get close.

In the evening, we also went to see the magic fountain near Spain Square. It's like watching a square dance or fireworks show in China, but the music effect and fountain water are soft and light. But the distant mountains and cities overlooking in the evening, looking back at the brightly lit Gatgena Art Museum after the fountain, are still beautiful. Barcelona should be able to stand up close from most angles. It is a beautiful, generous and vibrant city in itself.

That's all I have to say about this city. Trying to say it all in one article is wishful thinking; I don't want to say too much, let alone let it be implemented in the form of pure travel notes or pure materials. I can only write a few miscellaneous notes and try to express my feelings. I think the Barcelona you met, the Barcelona in your eyes, will definitely be another style.

Satellite map of Barcelona

Those small performances near Sagrada Familia and the church.

Batlo home

La Pedrera

Look around Mira House.

old city

A performance in the city

Trees and buildings by the sea

seaside

Music fountains and museums with lighting as the background.

Look, Barcelona!