I recently arrived in Spain and my first stop is Barcelona. Even though it was only 12* I was so happy to see sunny skies, mountains and palm trees. I spent a couple nights in the city and had one full day to tour. The highlight of the time was my visit to Park Guell. This place is mind blowing and the photos tell it all.
It is currently a municipal park located on a very large hill and features the architecture of Antoni Gaudi. Gaudi's architecture is rather unusual, flamboyant and the majority of his works are in Barcelona.
It was a fair walk uphill to get to the park which continues higher to see the panoramic views of the city.
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| One of the buildings at the entrance |
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| Above these pillars is a public square |
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| Angle D made it to Barcelona! |
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| Me at the top of the park and Barcelona in the backdrop |
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| Bubble blower in the public square |
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Catalunya Musicians in the public square.
It was cold but the sun felt great and the
vibe from the musicians made for a perfect setting. |
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Close up of some of Gaudi's mosaics
from the interior of the 'Serpents Bench'. |
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This is a photo of the exterior of the Serpent's bench
which encompasses 2/3's of the public square. |
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More of Gaudi's mosaics on a wall near
the entrance of the park. |
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| Dragon in Guell Parc |
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Here is a sample of some of Gaudi's ceiling mosaics
in a covered area of the park. |
