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7 Things to do in Sants-Montjuic

Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya | Photo by David Rüsseler on Unsplash Barcelona, the Spanish city with beautiful landmarks and historic buildings, isn’t just famous for football and beaches. There are numerous neighborhoods in the city which make living here an easy and enjoyable experience. With friendly neighbors and accepting culture, Sants in Barcelona is…

The Porrón, a basis of the Spanish wine culture

Porron. Is een uniek drinkvat dat lijkt op een kruising tussen een karaf en een gieter. De hals is smal als die van een fles wijn en de bodem is breed als die van een wijnkaraf met een lange en dunne tuit. Velen die de porrón voor het eerst tegenkomen, vragen zich af: “Is dit…

5 Best Hiking Trips in Catalonia

  Pyrenees | Photo by  Juan Goyache on Unsplash The more you discover Catalonia, the more you surrender its breathtaking nature and scenic views. If you are looking for an active and relaxing experience in the region, here is a list for you!  GR’s: a hiker’s paradise “GR” literally translates to “grand route or gran…

Catalonia’s 12 wine DOs

Catalan wine: the 12 DOs you need to know A vineyard | photo by Markus Winkler on Unsplash Did you know that Spain has 96 individually recognized wine regions, and 12 of those are in Cataluña alone? They are called DO’s, Designations of origin. The reason they were created is because each area has a…

Best Times of the Year to Visit Barcelona

View of the streets of Barcelona Barcelona, the vibrant and culturally rich city, is often referred to as the second-biggest city in Spain. Renowned for its remarkable stunning architecture, exquisite wines, and thriving art scene, Barcelona offers an irresistible blend of experiences. If you are an art or wine lover, at least one visit in…

Best Beaches Near Barcelona

As the summer sun shines brightly over Barcelona, July brings forth hot weather and bustling beaches. People venture from near and far to take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea. With the popularity of the city’s main beaches, it often leads to crowded sands and a bustling atmosphere, which may not be as relaxing as…

The Secret Hermitages around Montserrat

One of the main and best known attractions in Catalonia is definitely Montserrat. A spectacular multi-peaked mountain range with a Monastery built at an impressive height. But this area hosts many secrets. Among them, a small multitude of hermitages. The best known are very close to the monastery (hermitage of Sant Miquel or hermitage of…