Gerona is located in the north of Barcelona100km, and is the second largest city in Catalonia. As early as the Middle Ages, it was a large and influential Jewish residential area. Now, this quiet town still preserves many Jewish relics.
Most of the scenic spots in Gerona are concentrated near the cathedral. There is a Romanesque bell tower at the top of the facade of the Baroque Cathedral. From the entrance to the left, there are exquisite Romanesque cloisters and the most noteworthy Museu Capitular in the church. Some religious artworks in the museum, such as12nd century tapestry, depict the genesis scene in the Old Testament with embroidery, which is very attractive. On the right side of the church is now the Gerona Art Museum. The exhibits here are mainly paintings, sculptures, furniture, glassware, gold and silver handicrafts and Gothic altar paintings from the Visigothic period to the19th century, all of which are displayed in the arched hall. Behind the church is a bath built by Moorish craftsmen in the13rd century. It is said that in the past, the baths here were not only divided into baths with different temperatures such as cold water, warm water and hot water, but also saunas. The most attractive place is the cold pool, whose skylight is surrounded by slender columns, and the design is very clever.
Today, this university town with a long history on the banks of the Onya River presents a modern side. Many young people have injected vitality into city life. The streets are full of art galleries and modernist buildings, and some fashionable shops, bars and restaurants have appeared.
There is a quiet town-Banyoles, which was once the site of the 1992 Olympic Games, in the north of Gerona. Visitors can rent a boat to see the beautiful villages around the lake, which is really a good enjoyment. There is also a market that has lasted for about 1000 years. Every Wednesday, there is an arcade in the central square of the old city.
How to get there: There are regular trains to Gerona from Barcelona main station and Gracia Avenue, with a journey of 1.5 hours. You can also start from the northern coach station (Estació del Nord), and the journey is about 1 hour for 20 minutes.
Address: Tourism Information Office Address: Rambla de la Llibertat, 1, 17004 Gerona.
Famous tourist attractions in Barcelona: Montserrat and Montserrat.
Located 60 kilometers northwest of Barcelona. Exposed layers of cylindrical rocks can be seen everywhere on the misty Montserrat mountain, which is the trace of erosion in the wind and rain years. It is said that Gaudi was inspired by the beautiful outline of the mountains here and built a steeple on the atonement church in Sancta familia. Think about it carefully, the two are really similar! Located in the embrace of the Monserrat Mountains, the Monastery of Monserrate is extraordinarily quiet and noble. It is the guardian of the spirit and soul of Catalonia. It has been a place of pilgrimage since the Middle Ages, and there are still about 80 monks living in seclusion here. This church, built in14th century, has a statue of the Virgin Mary and a baby in Rome for pilgrims from all over the world to worship. There are five exhibition rooms in the museum in the monastery, including archaeological relics from the holy places of Egypt, Cyprus and Palestine, gold and silver handicrafts from the 0/5th to the 20th century, paintings and sculptures with a long history, and works by modern masters such as Picasso and Dali. The exhibition in the audio-visual room shows visitors the daily life of monks and takes you into every corner of the temple through interactive CDs. There is also the Escara Youth Choir, which is one of the oldest choirs in Europe. Visitors can hear their beautiful songs in the afternoon and join the mass.
1987, Montserrat was designated as a national park, which means that historical buildings, plants and animals here will be protected by people, and further measures will be taken to provide better services for tourists.
How to get there: You can take the A2 exit and drive along Barcelona-Manresa expressway, or you can take the Catalan operation railway from Plaza de Spain to Montserrat cable car station, and the journey takes about 1.5 hours.
Take the half-day tour bus of Julia Tours and Pullmantur and leave at 9:00 every day, and return to Barcelona at 14:30 in the afternoon.
Address: Information Consulting Office Address: Prada de la Cruz, serial number, 08 199 Montserrat.
Famous tourist attractions in Barcelona: Mira House, Mira House.
Mira House was built between 1906 and 19 12, located in the expansion area of Eixample in Barcelona, Spain, on Gracia Avenue. Milla House, also known as "Stone House", is most famous for its irregular walls and platforms, and its chimney is shaped like a soldier wearing a helmet. Now Mira House has become a cultural and artistic center, with a floor dedicated to the exhibition hall and audio-visual room, and a suite that reproduces modernist furniture. The attic and roof platform are the exhibition halls of "Gaudi's Space", which show the exquisite design of the master and are most worth seeing.
Mira House is considered as one of the most famous works of architect Gaudi and a symbol of Barcelona. The exterior is treated with a series of stone walls, and the interior consists of a yard, columns and several rooms with different paint colors. There are several large windows and iron balconies on the front of the wavy building. The chimney stands on the roof platform, beautifully carved and enviable. From here, the scenery of Paseo de Gràcia is unparalleled. As a world heritage, this building has raised its skills and modernist style to the extreme.
1984, Milla House was selected as a world cultural heritage.
Address: Barcelona, 92 08008
Barcelona's famous tourist attraction: Barcelona Aquarium
The aquarium in the old port area is the largest in Europe, with more than 50,000 liters of water, and it is one of the largest venues in the world to accommodate underwater creatures in the Mediterranean. There are 20 huge theme pools and an 80-meter-long glass passage in the museum, which brings you face-to-face contact with more than 300 species and more than 8,000 species of marine life such as seahorses, whales, tropical fish and corals. There is also a group of lively and lovely little penguins at the exit, swimming suddenly and flexibly in the water, attracting the attention of many tourists.
How to get there: Take the subway L3 Drassanes Station L4 Barceloneta Tower Station to visit the Blue Line.
Address: S/N (08039) Moore de Espagnat Delporte Weir