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Best-Kept Secrets of Barcelona

Author : Michael Robinson

Publisher : Flame Tree Illustrated

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 19,20 MB

Release : 2019-07-29

Category : Travel

ISBN : 9781787552937

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Le Corbusier undoubtedly echoed the feelings of many when he said, 'Let me say how I love Barcelona, an admirable city, a live, intense city', and now even more people will discover the wonders of Barcelona through this new photographic book. Divided into sections, this book showcases the different areas of the city to bring you a complete picture of this diverse place. Covering Waterfront, The Old Town, Boomtown Barcelona, Southern & Western Barcelona and Northern & Eastern Barcelona, you’ll be taken to truly unmissable parts of the city, as well as lesser-known places that you are sure to fall in love with too. Stunning photos featuring the extraordinary architecture of Gaudí, including Parc Güell, through to the sparkling waters of Port Vell and the city's beaches, open up an incredible city for all to enjoy.



The 500 Hidden Secrets of Barcelona

Author : Mark Cloostermans

Publisher : Uitgeverij Luster

Page : 256 pages

File Size : 38,80 MB

Release : 2022-03

Category : Barcelona (Spain)

ISBN : 9789460583070

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An insider's guide to Barcelona's hidden gems and lesser-known spotsWritten by a true local, filled with independent advice, based on thorough research and the author's personal opinionsAn inspirational and practical guide to the city's most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighbourhoods, gardens and cafes, into 100 lists of 5 secrets.Photography by Tino van den BergA recently updated edition in Luster's successful and attractive series of city guidesWhere's the best place to go out on a Saturday night in Barcelona? What off-beat museums can be discovered after Sunday brunch (and where to have it)? Which locations offer the best viewpoints of the Catalan capital? What Gaudí buildings are essential? Where does Barcelona's modernism reach its zenith? Where to take the children? What's the best place to buy wine? And where do the locals hang out? The 500 Hidden Secrets of Barcelona reveals hundreds of good-to-know addresses, avoiding the touristy places and pointing out the urban details you are likely to miss. Mark Cloostermans, a Belgian journalist living in Barcelona, unlocks the various districts, pointing out historical details in the streets of the old town, taking you from green Montjuïc hill to the beach and back. The best places to eat halal, the must-visits for Barça fans and the various festivals you can plan your visit around: The 500 Hidden Secrets of Barcelona reveals it all.



The Rough Guide to Barcelona

Author : Jules Brown

Publisher : Rough Guides UK

Page : 735 pages

File Size : 42,57 MB

Release : 2009-02-02

Category : Travel

ISBN : 184836766X

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The Rough Guide to Barcelona is the ultimate guide to this intoxicating Spanish city, whether you are backpacking on a budget, or city-breaking in luxury. This up-to-date guide has an introduction that showcases the colourful streets and astonishing architecture, and there are new sections exploring Antoni Gaudi and modernism, as well as Barcelona's exotic festivals. The city is covered neighbourhood by neighbourhood, with dozens of reviews for restaurant and hotels in Barcelona, easy-to-use maps and area highlights. With all the practical advice you need, and in-depth examinations of Catalan history, culture, music, cuisine, sport and folklore, this if the must-have item for any trip to Barcelona, from the adrenalin junkies to those craving some first-class tapas. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Barcelona!



Barcelona, Then & Now

Author : José Soler

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 37,14 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Barcelona (Spain)

ISBN : 9781592236572

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Ole! Discover Spain's most romantic and second-largest city--Barcelona--as it was then, and as it is today with this new title in the Then and Now series. Sixty-nine pairs of then-and-now photographs showcase city landmarks, including great spreads of famous locations such as La Sagrada Familia, La Rambla, the Columbus Monument and the seafront. Discover the cobbled streets where Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro and Antoni Gaudi once lived have--and haven't--changed over time.



Best Kept Secrets

Author : Rochelle Alers

Publisher : Kimani Press

Page : 453 pages

File Size : 47,83 MB

Release : 2010-04-01

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1426851839

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With the tumult of the Great War finally at an end, ambitious Samuel Cole returns from Europe determined to forge his own destiny as a wealthy entrepreneur. The lush lands of the Caribbean will provide the means to wealth, but they offer private bounty, as well—a bride. Marguerite-Josefina Diaz is the toast of Havana, the convent-educated daughter of a wealthy cigar manufacturer. Beautiful and intelligent, M.J. dreams of distant lands and a liberated future for herself—and she believes charming, handsome Samuel will deliver both. But neither of them anticipates the new realities of their life in West Palm Beach—the social injustices, the demands of a growing family and the secret passions that threaten the empire Samuel has vowed to build.



Pocket Rough Guide Barcelona

Author : Jules Brown

Publisher : Rough Guides UK

Page : 223 pages

File Size : 45,76 MB

Release : 2013-06-02

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1409328724

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Pocket Rough Guide Barcelona is the ultimate insider's guide to one of Europe's most fashionable cities. It's a full-colour guide with inspirational photography and detailed, reliable maps that show you the best of the city - from iconic destinations like Gaudí's famous buildings and the Ramblas to in-the-know tapas bars and offbeat music clubs. Tell-it-like-it-is reviews cover hotels, restaurants and bars for every budget, from boutique B&Bs to five-star beachside resort hotels, while neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood accounts mean you'll always know what to see, wherever you're staying. Pocket Rough Guide Barcelona is the perfect companion for a weekend away or a short city break. Make the most of your time with Pocket Rough Guide Barcelona. Now available in ePub format.



500 Hidden Secrets of Madrid

Author : NORDIN

Publisher : Uitgeverij Luster

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 40,30 MB

Release : 2022-10-10

Category :

ISBN : 9789460583285

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- An insider's guide to Madrid's hidden gems and lesser-known spots - Written by a true local, filled with independent advice, based on thorough research and the author's personal opinions - An inspirational and practical guide to the city's most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighborhoods, gardens and cafes, into 100 lists of 5 secrets - Photography by Neima Pidal - A recently updated edition in Luster's successful and attractive series of city guides In The 500 Hidden Secrets of Madrid, Anna-Carin Nordin presents 500 must-know addresses in the Spanish capital, such as the 5 trendiest but affordable restaurants, 5 shops with the coolest sunglasses, 5 places that are decorated by the new generation of Madrid's designers, 5 buzzing after-work bars or the 5 most curious street names... Madrid has so much to offer, and this guide helps you to choose where to start discovering this beautiful city. It is the perfect book for those who wish to discover the city, but avoid all the usual tourist haunts, as well as for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets.



The Shadow of the Wind

Author : Carlos Ruiz Zafon

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 512 pages

File Size : 22,5 MB

Release : 2005-01-25

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1101147067

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The New York Times bestseller “The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero.” —Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) “One gorgeous read.” —Stephen King Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer’s son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author’s other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax’s books in existence. Soon Daniel’s seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona’s darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.



The Rough Guide to Barcelona

Author : Rough Guides

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 413 pages

File Size : 39,61 MB

Release : 2016-03-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 0241263689

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The ultimate guidebook to one of Europe's most vibrant, exciting, and stylish cities. In full-color throughout, with dozens of photos, this guide not only gives you the finest coverage of Barcelona's historic sights and famous architecture, including the magnificent Gaudí creations like the Sagrada Família, but it also has a keen eye for offbeat attractions and in-the-know sights, from quirky museums to neighborhood markets, city beaches, and urban parks. Walk along Las Ramblas and experience the heart of the city center, explore the winding alleys of the Gothic Quarter, or visit the Museu Picasso. With up-to-date reviews of the best hotels, bars, restaurants, and clubs for all budgets, you'll find just what you're looking for in The Rough Guide to Barcelona, whether a hideaway boutique hotel or the best sangria in town. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Barcelona. Series Overview: For more than thirty years, adventurous travelers have turned to Rough Guides for up-to-date and intuitive information from expert authors. With opinionated and lively writing, honest reviews, and a strong cultural background, Rough Guides travel books bring more than 200 destinations to life. Visit RoughGuides.com to learn more.



Best-Kept Secrets of The Greek Islands

Author : Diana Farr Louis

Publisher : Flame Tree Illustrated

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 26,83 MB

Release : 2009-08-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 9781847866486

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Encompassing all six of Greece's island groups - starting in the west with the Ionian islands, moving east to the Argo-Saronics, continuing to the Cyclades, Crete and the Dodecanese, circling up to the North Aegean islands and back round to the Sporades and Evia - "The Secrets of the Greek Islands" highlights some of the most beautiful landscapes and villages of the Mediterranean. From the well known hot spots of Corfu, Rhodes and Kos down to the smaller or lesser known islands such as Meganisi, Poros and Alonnisos, this stunning giftbook takes you on a journey through olive groves, secret coves and white-washed villas clinging to the rocks.