Barcelona
By: Courtney Bauer
Location
Barcelona is located on the East Coast of Spain.
River and Mountain Ranges
Two major rivers of Barcelona are Llobregat and Besòs. A major Mountain range in Barcelona is the Pyrenees Mountains
Historical Facts
Barcelona was founded by Phoenicians and Carthaginians. The original name of the city was Barcino, probably named after the Carthaginian ruler Hamilcar Barca.
After the Romans, the Visigoths occupied the city and changed its name to Barcinona in the 5th century A.D..
During this period, the region was divided into Counties, the most important of which was the County of Barcelona.
Arc De Triomf
Built for the Universal Barcelona Exposition in 1888, Arc de Triomf is situated at the end of Park Ciutadela and was the main gateway during the event at the end of the 19th century.
Casa Amatller
Built in the 1880's, this domed structure was the first large-scale undertaking for architectural visionary Antonio Gaudi and reflects his innovative fusion of Gothic and Moorish sensibilities.
Palau de la Música Catalana
Constructed by the famous, Lluis Domenech i Montaner, Palau de La Musica is a Modernist masterpiece. Today it is known for being one of the world's most unique concert halls
Typical Foods
Stew made with pork, rice, and Eggplant are some typical foods in Barcelona.
Geography and climate
Barcelona is located in the North Eastern part of Spain near the east coast. The climate is usually warmer. In the winter it is to be 40 and in the summer it is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit on average. In the spring and fall it is about in the 60's in spring and in the fall. Barcelona has a fairly mild climate.