Barcelona, the city of fascinating history that is very well visible in form of its architecture, is both the commercial and cultural center of Spain. In Barcelona, the nature is also at its best. The tranquilizing blue waters of Mediterranean Sea meets the rugged Catalonia and the Romanesque arch merges with town’s art deco in order to surfeit with European influence.
The best time to visit Barcelona is the months between April and October. Otherwise also you can visit Barcelona during any time of the year. Barcelona enjoys a Mediterranean climate which is moderate and features cool winters and hot summers. Before coming to Barcelona, check out the local calendar and you will be detailed with the events and festivals along with life performances that will enthrall you. Also find some information about local attractions in Barcelona.
For a better outlook, you can make contact with the Ministry of tourism and request a booklist that list around 3000 fiestas and Festivals that are supposed to be held in Spain each year.
You can separate those that are going to take place in Barcelona and make a note of them so that when you decide your itinerary you can be a part of few of them. Take recommended steps while booking your flight, accommodation and transportation. Also check the weather forecast sharply before you actually leave for the place.
It is always good to arrive at Barcelona when some kind of festival is going on. They look at the streets during a festival commemoration is just awesome. Dancing and carousing people along the city streets can be the most enjoyable event you could have attended. Make your schedules so that you can enjoy spending at least a week during celebrations of holy week and you were able to get the details of a plenty of nonreligious festivals during this time.
The most festive mood of Barcelona is during the commemoration of festival of San Medir. The event takes place in late March and site some life performances like Catalan dance, the sardana etc. You can also get to know about the culture and ethnicity of Barcelona by visiting some fabulous museums that are present in the city.
Fundació Joan Miró is a must visit. You can also visit some of the city history Museum, the Museum of Catalan art, Picasso Museum and the Maritime Museum. The natives of Barcelona are gracious host but it is important that you beware of tourist scams and pickpockets.
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