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Park Guell and the Magic Fountain of Montjuic – Barcelona

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The Colorful City of Barcelona

The top place on my Barcelona sightseeing checklist was Park Guell. I had seen photos of the pillars, vistas, and decorative creations, which is why I had to experience this unique destination for myself. The trek to this park is not an easy one, it’s actually very far, as it sits on the outskirts of the city. To get there, we took advantage of the abundant and efficient public transportation that Barcelona offers. We set out from the center of the city, Place de Catalunya, on Bus 24, but, like with all buses, it’s a bit of a ride with lots of stops. There is the option of the metro, which is faster, but with the walk uphill we opted to take the bus because it drops you off right at the entrance thus avoiding the long walk to the park. Research pays off.

This garden, complex with architectural elements, was everything I imagined and then some. As you can see from the vivid photos and the big smile on my face, I really enjoyed Barcelona’s Park Guell. Designed by the creative mind of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí the park offers a peace and calming effect, sans the many tourist. The main terrace is surrounded by a long bench, where I sat in the first photo, in the form of a sea serpent.

We also climbed to the large cross at the park’s high-point, where we were offered the most complete view of Barcelona.

I previously shared what I wore on this day of exploring, An Outfit for a Day at the Park.

The same day, a Thursday, was an evening spectacle worthy of postcards and massive crowds, Barcelona’s Magic Fountains. You might be thinking, these photos are fake… They’re not. A light summer rain greeted us as we approached the head of Avenida Maria Cristina in the Montjuïc neighborhood of Barcelona, Catalonia from Plaça d’Espanya. The weather combined with the light of a beautiful sunset lit the sky and buildings with beautiful colors and dynamic contrasting shadows. It was breathtaking. I mentioned it was Thursday, this is important as this magical fountain of music, light and movement only happen Thursday through Sunday every half-hour between 9:00 and 11:00pm May to September and October to April Fridays and Saturdays every half-hour between 7:00 and 8:30pm.

Without a doubt this was one of my favorite “tourist” days. If you missed my first post from Barcelona, check it out: Wandering in Barcelona.

Thank you so much for your comments.

Stay Stylish,
-V

Amazing photos by: @peterlang

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  • Ron
    April 8, 2018

    “She walks in beauty, like the night
    Of cloudless climes and starry skies;
    And all that’s best of dark and bright
    Meet in her aspect and her eyes;
    Thus mellowed to that tender light
    Which heaven to gaudy day denies…”

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  • Ron
    October 20, 2016

    Wonderful !

    Reply
  • Kristin M.
    August 27, 2013

    Sounds like an amazing stop on your trip! The pictures are gorgeous!!

    May I ask .. what camera and lense(s) are you using for most of these shots, especially the landscape pictures??

    Thanks!

    Reply
  • Carla
    August 26, 2013

    No doubt you had a great time, Barcelona is a beautiful city and I totally agree with you about Parc Guell it has always been my favorite spot (regardless of the huge crowds) it has a certain something that no other parks I´ve been can beat. Next time you are in town and you need a guide count me in!

    xx, Carla
    http://www.thesweetestoneoverthemoon.com

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    • Vanessa
      Carla
      August 27, 2013

      I’m definitely coming back to this city!

      Reply
  • Jo
    August 25, 2013

    Lovely pictures. Barcelona is one of my favorite cities, I hope you had a great time.

    Jo

    Peonies and American Honey

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  • thehautecookie
    August 25, 2013

    you are so stunning. more stunning than barecelona. missed ur blog! xO!
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    • Vanessa
      thehautecookie
      August 27, 2013

      You’re so sweet! Thank you. I’m back =)

      Reply
  • Niki
    August 25, 2013

    Gorgeous photos! I’m so jealous, the colours are so pretty!

    heyniki.wordpress.com

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    • Vanessa
      Niki
      August 27, 2013

      =) thank you, the colors in Barcelona are unreal!

      Reply
  • Alessia
    August 25, 2013

    Wow!! these photos are amazing! I’m looking forward to seeing this city, maybe next year! I really like it, it’s colors and so on…
    Kiss, Alessia

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    • Vanessa
      Alessia
      August 27, 2013

      Thank you Alessia!

      Reply
  • Annette
    August 25, 2013

    Amazing photos! Thank you so much for sharing.
    Barcelona is on my list too – my daughter has been there twice already so I think it’s time for me to visit this beautiful and lively city.

    Annette | Lady of Style

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    • Vanessa
      Annette
      August 27, 2013

      Yes, next time you two should make a trip of it. I fell in love with it!

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  • Andrea
    August 25, 2013

    Aww it looks beautiful!! I’ve never been to Barcelona but I definitely want to go there soon! 🙂
    xo Andrea
    Wonderful and Marvelous

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    • Vanessa
      Andrea
      August 27, 2013

      It wasn’t on my list of go to places but it was a great surprise! It’s an amazing city.

      Reply
  • Style-Squared by Z&M
    August 24, 2013

    GORGEOUS!!!!

    http://style-squared.blogspot.ca/

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