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Monument to Frederic Soler

Marble monument to Frederic Solar on Las Ramblas in Barcelona

Better known by his pen name Serafí Pitarra, Frederic Soler was a Catalan playwright who wrote over a hundred plays as well as several books of poetry. The white marble monument which was erected in …

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Christopher Columbus Monument and Viewpoint

Close up photo of the statue at the top of the Christopher Columbus monument, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

The Columbus Monument Barcelona’s Columbus Monument (Catalan: Mirador de Colom) was erected in 1888 for the Universal Exposition. The 60m high iron column is topped by a bronze statue of the famous Italian explorer who …

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Joan Miró Welcomes You to Barcelona

Tourists walking over Miro's famous mosaic on the Ramblas pedestrianised avenue in central Barcelona

In 1968 Joan Miró was commissioned to create a giant mural to welcome visitors arriving at Barcelona airport. The Barcelona-born artist liked the idea so much that he decided to donate 3 works of art …

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The Canaletas Fountain (Font de Canaletes)

Close up of the canaletas fountain, Las Ramblas, Barcelona

I’d estimate that 95% of tourists who visit Barcelona walk straight past the Canaletas Fountain without even noticing it which is a shame because this fountain come lamp post at the top of La Rambla …

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