is the second to last stop in the direction Zona Universitaria), was part of the antique "Finca Güell" before being transferred to the Spanish Royal Family for their visits to Barcelona.The Palau Reial contains two unusual interesting museums: The Museum of Decorative Arts and Ceramics Museum, wich offers exhibits ranging from ancient Arab pottery to pieces by Picasso and Miró.
If you come during the spring it is very nice for a walk in the morning. It's maybe a 30-45 minutes walt through. It opens at 9:00hs and is free but it is some what far away from everything.
(Thank you Toby Hammond...again!)
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Architectural complex commissioned by King Pedro 'el Ceremonioso'. It was the official count's residence in the 11th century, and the actual palace was then built on top of the ruins of the count's residence.
ResponderEliminarIt still retains a large hall called 'Tinell Hall' and its walls are actually part of the 13th century city walls. It has two levels of blind arches. It was built in the 14th century. One of the building's wings runs parallel to Condes de Barcelona street, which was originally built in the 14th century, and nowadays has been redesigned in a modern style.