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Barcelona
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Within an hour after arriving in Barcelona on was on a bus tour of the city. It was actually a little chilly on the open deck of the bus
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Children inhaling traffic fumes. Playground above underpass. This is a very upscale neighborhood
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Building behind the statue is a former bull ring, now a 6 story shopping center
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This building was part of the construction for an exposition around 1930...I think. Getting an overload of info😩
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Chris Columbus. When he returned from the New World, he first landed in Barcelona. He brought wonderful new things back including corn, tomatoes and a Big Mac!
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Pedestrian way in front of hotel. I cannot describe just how many people are strolling the streets and this is not the tourist season yet
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Not your typical H&M store across the way from hotel
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Barcelona has so much beautiful architecture but why put these balls on the facade?
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Barcelona cathedral completed in 1420. More photos follow
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Selfie at start of walking tour in Barcelona
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Earlier photo showed Columbus. The King of Spain greeted his return on those steps and Columbus gave the king a Big Mac. I guess he was a Burger King
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Colorful fruit in a large market. I bought a cup of thinly sliced ham and cup of cheese and that was lunch today. Walked 7 miles today
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Sagrada Familia. The number one attraction in Barcelona. Designer was Gaudi. He worked 40 years on the church and work continues. Check google for this amazing edifice and architect. More photos follow
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Interior is massive. Photos don't do it justice
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Just to prove I was there. Bad hair day
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Oldest stained glass in the church....five years. It truly is a work in progress
