It would be strange not to start our overview from such a mighty and willful Spain region as Catalonia. Whoever you are going to talk to while visiting Catalonia, every patriotic local will call this region the heart and the industrial power of the whole country and not without reason. Catalonia is, indeed, one of the most well-developed and culturally rich districts of the peninsula.
The main city of the region, unsurpassed
Barcelona, has been rightfully included in the top five most visited European cities and can even compete with Madrid for the title of the most popular city in Spain. What is more, Barcelona is a city with a plenty of
Spain attractions.
The vibrant capital of Catalonia is beautiful from any angle, at any time of the day and year. Boasting a countless number of old quarters, parks, and cozy streets, Barcelona mesmerizes by its a bit surrealistic appearance and the atmosphere of a never-ending fiesta.
You may start your acquaintance with one of the most popular cities in northern Spain from the Square of Catalonia, the epicenter of the city, the famous meeting point, and the gateway to the famous pedestrian street La Rambla, boasting amazing historic buildings, various shops, and cafes. Swerving out of La Rambla, you find yourself in the medieval Gothic Quarter where you’ll be able to catch the vibe of good old Barcelona of centuries ago.
What is more, traveling to the north of the region, you can also explore the tiny yet beautiful country Andorra, nestled in a mountain valley. It is the only country where Catalan is considered as an official language, this may be not that surprising in the area of only 466 sq km (180 sq m), but still, why not add one more destination to your travel piggy bank?