
Casa Mila, Barcelona
Casa Mila is the last private residence designed by architect Antoni Gaudí and perhaps his most iconic.
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The monumental fountain that rises up in the centre of the Plaça Espanya is one of the iconic images of this part of Barcelona. You’ll get a great view of the fountain from the top of the former bull ring, now converted to a shopping mall.
Bullfighting was banned in Barcelona in January 2012.
There’s a nice walk up past the columns that grace the square to the majestic National Art Museum of Catalonia and to the fountains and waterfalls that flow below.

Casa Mila is the last private residence designed by architect Antoni Gaudí and perhaps his most iconic.

The park was originally intended as a sub-division for the wealthy and architect Gaudi was hired to design the layout. Now it’s a park.

Near Barcelona’s harbour is the Maritime Museum. The displays include historic vessels, exhibitions, archived pictures, and maps., .

Fifteen 15 stained-glass windows separated by narrow columns soar up to the ceiling which is studded by golden stars against a blue background.


Hobart’s renowned open air market was established in 1972 so it’s coming up for its 50th Anniversary.