Many people have a list of things that they want to try, a list of things that may seem crazy or even a little bit scary and thrilling. One of the things on these lists is usually scuba diving, an...
Leisure and Culture
Art fairs in Barcelona
There’s some serious appeal to the art fairs coming up this year in Barcelona, with events focused on the creativity of contemporary video art through to showcases that enable accessibility to...
Hit the mat: try Pilates in Eixample
Pilates is a workout that was developed in the early 20th century to help improve endurance and body control in addition to increasing flexibility and strength. Today over 11 million people...
Panoramic Views from CCCB’s Mirador
Barcelona’s Center of Contemporary Culture, or CCCB, is known for its innovative art exhibitions and striking contrast of traditionalism and modernism in the architectural styles of its own...
Explore the Symbolism of the Arc de Triomf
Since Roman times, triumphal arches have been built in major cities throughout the world to symbolise victory, power and national pride. The most famous example is arguably the Arc de Triomph in...
Strike a pose: the best yoga classes in Eixample
The ancient yogis believed that to be in optimal health both the body and the mind had to be in equilibrium, that both had to be strong and exercised to achieve a state of bliss. The practice of...
Takatà: The Unknown Barcelonan Beach Sport
Sports are equally, if not more important, to a civilization’s culture as music, arts and food. As a form of entertainment, sports evoke a unique passion in people that gives them a sense of...
Urban Expansion in L’Eixample
The broad avenues and tree-lined boulevards of L’Eixample stand in marked contrast to the narrow and crowded alleyways of the Ciutat Vella. This is no accident, as the district represents an early...
Las Ramblas, a tourist epicenter in Barcelona
When you hear about Barcelona, the first street you’ll learn about is Las Ramblas. Las Ramblas is considered the most famous and the most touristic street in Barcelona. This tree lined...
Yoga in Gracia
In a neighbourhood as relaxed and bohemian as Gracia, you may expect to find plenty in the way of yoga – and you won’t be disappointed. Here are our recommendations of the best yoga studios in...
