On the Road City. Barcelona

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* A contemporary guide to the architecture of Barcelona, the purpose of which is to tell about the city through its architectural works* The book's jacket opens out into a map, marking the locations of the architectural works and interesting sites to visit* Includes general information about Barcelona, and useful tips for travelers* Each entry includes a photo of the whole building, architectural drawings, a short description, and facts including architect, year of construction, address, website, and how to visitWhen we think of Barcelona, the eclectic art of Antoni Gaudí immediately springs to mind. It is present in every corner of the city. Or we think of the Olympic Ring with the tower designed by Santiago Calatrava; but these are only two aspects of the exquisite beauty of the Catalan capital which has been able to blend old and new in a unique and unpredictable way. The traditional Gothic architecture has a discreet historical flavor, while the buildings that have appeared in the past 10 years reflect m