Barcelona: Ramblas, Boquería, Plaza Cataluña

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La Rambla (made of 5 sections, hence, the plural, Las Ramblas) is a popular street, right in the heart of Barcelona. It is a lively and busy pedestrian boulevard that is lined with trees and has a car lane on either side. It goes from Plaza de Cataluña to Plaza de Colon. And what is the big deal about Las Ramblas? Why is this street such a visited site? I didn't quite see it (I was raised in NYC, and Times Square this is not). So I asked a taxi driver (I tend to do that because you get the inside info). He said it is a place for people watching. Historically, because you find the Liceu Theater here, which is where Montserrat Caballé and José Carreras made their singing debuts, and there are cafes, restaurants and hotels frequented by artists, actors, and literary personalities, it was a place to see and to be seen. They also sold flowers and pets (bunnies, birds, but not anymore), and they had, and still have, street performers; so it was a fun and entertaining place to take a stroll. I guess nowadays we are not as impressed; we find "Rambla-like" places all over the world. But back then, it was a sight to see, and today it is still entertaining and amusing. Walking down Las Ramblas, towards the harbor, on the left you find Barrio Gótico (Gothic Quarter) and on the right La Boquería, which is the next place in our visit.

    La Boquería is a public market that was built over a long period of time, from 1840 to 1914, so it is now 100 years old. The place is hoppinnnn. They sell all kinds of food, drink, and fresh produce. It's a great place for the senses. You can smell and taste the freshly cooked food, enjoy the colorful stands, and listen to the hustle and bustle of the people in the market. www.boqueria.info

    At night after a long day of sightseeing, on my way back to the hotel I saw a show of water and lights at Plaza de Cataluña....and some strange tourists, you'll see what I mean...

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