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  Wall and defence towers of the Roman city of Barcino Plaça Ramon Berenguer

  The Via Laietana in Barcelona presents a feast for the eyes. In the Plaça Ramón Berenguer, behind the equestrian sculpture depicting the Catalan count, there is a section of the Roman wall crowned by the Gothic chapel of Santa Àgata. The area is a majestic blend of two different Barcelonas: the Roman and the medieval.

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  MUHBA Museu d'Història de Barcelona Temple d'August

  As you explore Barcelona's Gothic Quarter you'll come across one of the city's best-kept secrets in a building on Carrer Paradís. Inside a small medieval courtyard, the four columns from the Temple of Augustus have survived despite the passing of the centuries. They are more than 2,000 years old, like Barcelona itself.

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  Roman wall and aqueducts Casa de l'Ardiaca

  The Roman wall which adjoins Barcelona's Plaça Nova has a secret in store. On the other side, stands the entrance to the Casa de l'Ardiaca, or Archdeacon's House, which contains interesting archaeological remains.

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  Palau de la Generalitat

  The Palau de la Generalitat in Barcelona is the seat of the Catalan government. The Palau has pure Gothic, flamboyant Gothic, Renaissance and baroque elements behind the neoclassical façade.

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  Plaça del Rei

  The Conjunt Monumental de la Plaça del Rei in Barcelona is, arguably, the Gothic architectural ensemble which best exemplifies the city's medieval past.

• Lleida

  Visit the city's Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, neoclassical and modernista heritage; a lovely walk, after which you can recharge your batteries by eating some excellent snails.

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  Three days in Barcelona

  You have got three days to enjoy the city. Here’s an alternative which will allow you to discover the most characteristic side of Barcelona. Get a Barcelona Card and prepare for three days of intensive… but memorable, sightseeing.

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  Four days in Barcelona

  You can get a lot out of four days in Barcelona if you plan your visit carefully. Here are some suggestions which include the city’s main landmarks and even invite you to discover some of the areas outside Barcelona, so that you can really make the most of your trip.

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  Barcelona Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Santa Eulàlia

  The Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia watches impassively the passing of time in a constantly moving and changing Barcelona. The Cathedral also reflects the different generations who have left their imprint and the blend of architectural styles in this predominantly Gothic building which needs to be viewed inside in order to fully understand its splendour.

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  A day in Barcelona

  Capturing the essence of Barcelona in just one day is rather a tall order, but your efforts will be amply rewarded. Guaranteed!