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Outside the city limits of Barcelona lie intriguing suburbs, a striking coastline and amazing mountains.  All lie in wait for the intrepid visitor.

Antonio Gaudi, the late famous architect, commissioned Parc Güell, a peculiar array of vibrant ceramic benches, large ornamental lizards, mosaics and pavilions of knotted stone.  It is located behind the city and commands a great view of Barcelona.  Initially constructed with a view to being a market, the 84 stone columns of the Sala Hipóstila are well worth a visit.  Gaudi resided for his last 20 years in the Casa Museu Gaudí the spired house found on the same site.

A well established home of learning, Gràcia has a very down to earth feel.  Vibrant nightlife can be found in its Plaça del Sol which is also a great place to visit by day.

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