Wednesday, November 05, 2008

Neighbours protest

A few months ago, the neighbours of this building decided to protest against a brothel located at the first floor. The banner reads "No volem a prostibul a casa" which translates "We do not want a brothel at home". Unfortunately, the police forced the neighbours to remove the banner.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Street artists

Barcelona street artistsAt the bottom of La Rambla there are a number of street artists that will make you a portrait if you want. Most of them are extremelly good painters as the one in the picture.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Casa Batlló

Casa Batllo

Casa Batlló, designed by Antoni Gaudí.

* Thanks to Gabriel for the picture.

Saturday, October 18, 2008

Bullfighting in Barcelona

Bullfighting in BarcelonaAlthough is getting less and less popular and local government is trying to get it banned, it is still possible to watch bullfighting in Barcelona. Bullfighting is a very controversial issue. On one side we have the supporters that argue it is an important cultural tradition while on the other side animal right activists argue that bullfight cruel causing suffering and death to the bull.

Thursday, October 09, 2008

Museu Historia Catalunya

Museu Historia de CatalunyaMuseu d'Historia de Catalunya (Museum of Catalan History). The museum's café offers great view of the Port.


* Thanks to Gabriel for the photo.