The Gothic Quarter and Born Quarter are two of the most popular neighborhoods in Barcelona. The Gothic Quarter, also known as Barri Gòtic, is the historic center of the city and features a maze of narrow streets and alleys lined with medieval architecture. Visitors can explore landmarks such as the Gothic Cathedral, Plaça Reial, and the Picasso Museum. The Born Quarter, or El Born, is located adjacent to the Gothic Quarter and is known for its trendy atmosphere and cultural attractions. The highlight of the neighborhood is the stunning Santa Maria del Mar church, as well as a plethora of bars, restaurants, and boutiques. Both neighborhoods offer a glimpse into Barcelona’s rich history and vibrant modern culture.

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Old Roman Aquaducts

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Barcelona Cathedral

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Marketplace outside the cathedral. Claudia bought a vintage deck of playing cards, and Morgan got some old currency.

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Possibly the door of the old synagogue

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Barcelonans play this crazy human tower building game, this is a tribute to that. People have actually died playing it.

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Walking up the hill to the highest point old town

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    ...it's 16.9 meters above sea level

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    SPQR - the Romans were here!

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    2000 year old Roman columns from the days when this was just the small outpost of Barcino

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Unicorn gargoyle!

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Wilfred the Hairy

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Stones were taken from Jewish headstones to build

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    The googly eyed bandit has struck again

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    These are EVERYWHERE

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    This is the Caganer - a Catalunyan Christmas tradition. Just...search this site for a post about it...

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    Cathedral del Mar

    Gothic and Born Quarters, Barcelona Spain

    On the doors is a tribute to the working class men who carried the stones after working all day

    Montjuic, Barcelona, Spain

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